Sarin gas is a type of organophosphate. It was released in a Tokyo subway in 1995 by a religious sect, killing 12 people. Organophosphates are dangerous because they
A. prevent the reuptake of ACh, reducing the amount available for subsequent signaling.
B. stimulate a larger than normal release of ACh, leading to convulsions and death.
C. interfere with AChE, allowing ACh to overstimulate muscle fibers.
D. occupy receptor sites for ACh, preventing further signaling and paralyzing muscles.
Answer: C
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