What Is the General Term for Any Negatively Charged Ion

question 148

Multiple Choice

What is the general term for any negatively charged ion?

• A)anion
• B)cation
• C)monoatomic ion
• D)polyatomic ion
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Opioids

A class of drugs that includes pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as morphine, as well as illegal drugs like heroin.

Endorphins

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Anandamides

Naturally occurring compounds in the body that bind to cannabinoid receptors, influencing mood, memory, and a range of other physiological processes.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission, helping to regulate nerve excitability and calm the nervous system.