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Which of the following is the most common inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system?
Which of the following is the most common inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system?
Which class of neurotransmitters is synthesized from a single amino acid and tends to have more diffuse effects?
Which class of neurotransmitters is synthesized from a single amino acid and tends to have more diffuse effects?
Which neurotransmitters are catecholamines?
Which neurotransmitters are catecholamines?
Which amino acid is converted to l-dopa, which is then converted to dopamine?
Which amino acid is converted to l-dopa, which is then converted to dopamine?
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Which amino acid is serotonin synthesized from?
Which amino acid is serotonin synthesized from?
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Study Notes
- Amino acids are the most common neurotransmitters in the central nervous system.
- Glutamate is the most prevalent excitatory neurotransmitter, while GABA is the most prevalent inhibitory neurotransmitter.
- Monoamines are another class of neurotransmitters that are slightly larger than amino acid neurotransmitters.
- Monoamines are synthesized from a single amino acid and tend to have more diffuse effects.
- There are four monoamine neurotransmitters: dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.
- Dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine are catecholamines, while serotonin is an indolamine.
- Noradrenergic neurons release norepinephrine, while adrenergic neurons release epinephrine.
- Tyrosine is converted to l-dopa, which is then converted to dopamine.
- Neurons that release norepinephrine have an extra enzyme that converts dopamine to norepinephrine.
- Serotonin is synthesized from the amino acid tryptophan.
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Test your knowledge on neurotransmitters with this informative quiz! Learn about the most common neurotransmitters in the central nervous system, the differences between excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters, and the unique characteristics of monoamines. From dopamine to serotonin, discover the functions and synthesis of each monoamine neurotransmitter. Whether you're a student or simply curious about the brain, this quiz is a great way to expand your knowledge on this fascinating topic!
