Asked by Raquell Adedapo on Apr 24, 2024
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Neuropeptide
A) Chemicals produced by neurons that function as hormones
B) Chemicals that act locally on nearby cells
C) Chemical secreted by presynaptic terminal
D) Influences same cell type from which it is secreted
E) Chemical secreted into blood by specialized cells; travels some distance to target tissues
Neuropeptide
A type of molecule used by neurons to communicate with each other, involving in various brain functions such as analgesia, reward, food intake, metabolism, reproduction, social behaviors, learning, and memory.
Neurons
Nerve cells that transmit electrical signals throughout the body, integral to the functioning of the nervous system.
Presynaptic Terminal
Enlarged axon terminal or terminal bouton.
- Distinguish between different types of chemical signals and their modes of action.
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Parminder Singh7 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Neuropeptides are chemicals produced by neurons that function as hormones, influencing various physiological processes.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between different types of chemical signals and their modes of action.