Once released, acetylcholine is degraded by extracellular enzymes into what product(s)?
A) acetyl CoA + choline
B) acetate + choline
C) acetate only
D) choline only
E) methylcholine + acetate

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Acetylcholine, once released into the synaptic cleft, is rapidly broken down by the enzyme acetylcholinesterase into acetate and choline. This process terminates the signal transmission, allowing the neuron to reset and be ready for the next signal.

Once Released, Acetylcholine Is Degraded by Extracellular Enzymes into What