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Degeneration of dopaminergic neurons of the nigrostriatal dopamine system may cause
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severe motor problems
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Which of the following is/are a characteristic of GABA as a neurotransmitter?
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-its inhibitory
-it open CI-channels into the cell -it helps control skeletal muscle movements |
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When a neurotransmitter binds to a nicotinic receptor, the ion channel opens and
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Na+ diffuses into and K+ diffuses out of the cell simultaneously
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The neurotransmitter at the neuromuscular junction is
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acetylcholine
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Which type of neuroglial cell supports the metabolic needs of the blood-brain barrier?
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ASTROCYTES
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