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Neurons communicate with each other through __________.

A
synaptic transmission
B
neural receptors
C
postsynaptic signals
D
neural impulses
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Which of the following is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter?

A
acetylcholine
B
glutamate
C
norepinephrine
D
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
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Abnormal levels of __________ are linked to anxiety disorders, seizures, and insomnia.

A
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
B
norepinephrine
C
endorphins
D
acetylcholine
7

Which of the following is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter?

A
acetylcholine
B
glutamate
C
norepinephrine
D
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
8

Analyze the image below and answer the question that follows. Which line is pointing to the myelin sheath?

Question illustration
A
1
B
2
C
3
D
4
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Abnormal levels of __________ may lead to Alzheimer’s disease.

A
endorphins
B
serotonin
C
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
D
acetylcholine
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Endorphins assists in __________.

A
regulating eating behavior and how we respond to stress
B
movement and attention
C
muscle action and memory
D
learning and attention
12

Abnormal levels of __________ are linked to anxiety disorders, seizures, and insomnia.

A
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
B
norepinephrine
C
endorphins
D
acetylcholine
14

Analyze the image below and answer the question that follows. Which line is pointing to the axon terminals?

Question illustration
A
1
B
2
C
4
D
5
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The __________ is the fatty substance that insulates and protects the axon.

A
cell body
B
axon terminal
C
neural receptor
D
myelin sheath
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The nervous system is composed of __________ or nerve cells.

A
receptors
B
neurons
C
neurotransmitters
D
axons

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