Question 6

(Multiple Choice)

Motor neurons release the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh)and acetylcholinesterase degrades ACh in the synapse.If a neurophysiologist applies onchidal (a naturally occurring acetylcholinesterase inhibitor produced by the mollusc Onchidella binneyi)to a synapse,what would you expect to happen?


A)paralysis of muscle tissue
B)convulsions due to constant muscle stimulation
C)decrease in the frequency of action potentials
D)slower than normal movement
E)no effect

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