Asked by Blake Mieser on Jun 24, 2024
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How does the cocaine molecule interfere with neurotransmitter uptake?
A) It has the correct size and shape to wedge itself into the neurotransmitter uptake channel.
B) It has the correct polarity to wedge itself into the neurotransmitter uptake channel.
C) It has the correct size, shape, and polarity to wedge itself into the neurotransmitter uptake channel.
D) None of the above
Neurotransmitter Uptake
The process by which neurotransmitters are reabsorbed by a neuron after the completion of a neural signal transfer.
Cocaine Molecule
The cocaine molecule is an organic compound with a complex structure that acts as a powerful stimulant in humans.
Polarity
A property of molecules showing the distribution of electrical charge, leading to molecules having a positive end and a negative end.
- Analyze how molecules like cocaine interfere with neurotransmitter function in the brain.
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Learning Objectives
- Analyze how molecules like cocaine interfere with neurotransmitter function in the brain.
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