Asked by
Travis Anderson
on Dec 28, 2024Verified
When curare blocks the action of acetylcholine by occupying its receptor sites, it is acting
A) as an agonist.
B) as an antagonist.
C) as a neurotransmitter.
D) as a placebo.
Acetylcholine
A neurotransmitter in the body involved in promoting wakefulness, muscle activation, and memory functions.
Antagonist
In pharmacology, a substance that acts against and blocks an action. In literature, a character or force in opposition to the protagonist.
Agonist
A substance that fully activates a receptor in the brain, mimicking the action of a naturally occurring neurotransmitter or hormone.
- Identify the effects of specific neurotransmitters on neural activity and behavior, including agonists and antagonists.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of specific neurotransmitters on neural activity and behavior, including agonists and antagonists.