Asked by Kirti Kulkarni on Sep 29, 2024
Drug 8K43 is a stimulant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of dopamine in the nervous system.This means that dopamine stays in the synapse longer and continues to stimulate the postsynaptic neuron.Based on this information,what can we infer about the effects of dopamine on the postsynaptic neuron
A) It produces excitatory postsynaptic potentials.
B) It blocks the receptor channels in the postsynaptic neuron.
C) It cancels out excitatory potentials generated by other neurons.
D) It reduces inhibitory postsynaptic potentials.
Dopamine
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a vital role in controlling movement, mood, and motivation, among other functions.
Postsynaptic Neuron
The neuron that receives a signal (neurotransmitters) from another neuron at a synapse, following the presynaptic neuron.
Stimulant Drug
Substances that increase activity in the central nervous system, resulting in increased alertness and energy.
- Elucidate the dissimilar roles and results of various elements of the brain and nervous system when faced with stimuli.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the dissimilar roles and results of various elements of the brain and nervous system when faced with stimuli.