The effects of nerve gas prevent the removal of acetylcholine from synapses by interfering with its ____.
A) diffusion away from the synaptic cleft
B) enzymatic degradation
C) active pumping back into the neuron
D) binding to its respective receptor
E) ability to flux ions across the membrane of the receiving neuron

Question

The effects of nerve gas prevent the removal of acetylcholine from synapses by interfering with its ____.​
A) ​diffusion away from the synaptic cleft
B) ​enzymatic degradation
C) ​active pumping back into the neuron
D) ​binding to its respective receptor
E) ​ability to flux ions across the membrane of the receiving neuron

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nerve gas inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which is responsible for breaking down acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft. This prevents the enzymatic degradation of acetylcholine, allowing it to accumulate and continuously stimulate the receptor, leading to overstimulation of muscles, glands, and central nervous system functions.

The Effects of Nerve Gas Prevent the Removal of Acetylcholine