What is the function of acetylcholinesterase?

A) It closes the neuromuscular junction to stop a muscle contraction.
B) It acts as a receptor for acetylcholine.
C) It deactivates acetylcholine.
D) It stimulates the synaptic knob into functioning.


Answer: C) It deactivates acetylcholine.

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