Match the terms with their descriptions.

-Loss of muscle strength; breakdown of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter
A)Alzheimer disease
B)Bell palsy
C)epilepsy
D)multiple sclerosis
E)myasthenia gravis
F)Parkinson disease

Question

Match the terms with their descriptions.

-Loss of muscle strength; breakdown of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter
A)Alzheimer disease
B)Bell palsy
C)epilepsy
D)multiple sclerosis
E)myasthenia gravis
F)Parkinson disease

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Myasthenia gravis is a disorder that causes muscle weakness and fatigue due to a breakdown in acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter.

Answer: F
 Parkinson disease is a degenerative disorder that affects movement and is characterized by the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells.

Answer: B
 Bell palsy is a temporary condition that causes weakness or paralysis in the face and is usually due to inflammation of the facial nerve.

Answer: D
 Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system and can cause muscle weakness and other neurological symptoms.

Answer: A
 Alzheimer disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects memory and cognitive function. It does not typically cause muscle weakness.

Answer: C
 Epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by recurring seizures and is not typically associated with muscle weakness or acetylcholine breakdown.

Match the Terms with Their Descriptions