Which of the following is an inherited disease characterized by destruction of ACh-secreting and GABA-secreting neurons in the basal nuclei causing difficulty controlling movements?
A) schizophrenia
B) Parkinson's disease
C) Huntington's disease
D) Alzheimer's disease
E) senile dementia
C
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Fill in the blank with the correct word.
What is the largest type of neuromodulator?
a. ATP b. nitric oxide c. serotonin d. dopamine e. neuropeptides
Neuroendocrine cells are best described as which of the following?
A. They are endocrine cells that have evolved from neurons. B. They are neurons that release hormones into the bloodstream. C. They are endocrine cells that respond to neurotransmitters. D. They are neurons whose activity is regulated by hormones. E. They are neurons that regulate secretion by endocrine glands.
What is a desirable (and healthy) result of exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun?
A. A decrease in melanocyte activity B. Increased production of vitamin D C. Increased production of vitamin C D. Sunburn E. A deep bronze tan