Caffeine, Nicotine, Flashcards
1
Q
People with what characteristic are less likely to be smokers?
A
Low Chytochrome p450 2A6
2
Q
People with low chytochrome p450 2A6 are less likely too_____?
A
Be smokers
3
Q
What is the effect of minor psychostimulants?
A
Elevated mood and reduced fatigue
4
Q
Nicotine allows what ion to diffuse in the neuron
A
Na+ (Sodium)
5
Q
How is nicotine poisoning caused?
A
Overdose of nicotine–activation of parasympathetic and sympathetic systems
6
Q
What is the function of the Nucleus Accumbens?
A
Reward Center
6
Q
What part of the brain is the reward center?
A
Nucleus Accumbens
7
Q
What is caused as a result of the over activation of nicotinic receptors in the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems?
A
Nicotine Poisoning
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