Edrolo Week 2 Test: Multiple Choice ( AOS1 )

Question 1

What type of energy does communication within neurons use?

Answer 1

Electrical

Question 2

What part of the pre-synaptic neuron release neurotransmitters across the synapse?

Answer 2

Axon terminals

Question 3

What does each neurotransmitter bind with?

Answer 3

A specific type of receptor

Question 4

Name an excitatory neurotransmitter

Answer 4

Glutamate

Question 5

What is GABA responsible for

Answer 5

Reducing anxiety

Question 6

Communication between a neuron uses what type of energy?

Answer 6

Chemical

Question 7

What do tremors and other motor symptoms result from in Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 7

Reduced levels of dopamine and GABA

Question 8

What is the part of the brain most effected by Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 8

Substantia Nigra

Question 9

Name 3 symptoms of Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 9

Slowness of movement
Rigidity involuntary
tremors

Question 10

What are 2 neurotransmitters linked to the onset of Parkinson’s disease?

Answer 10

Dopamine and GABA