Alzheimer's disease involves damage to brain neurons that release ____, while Parkinson's disease is caused by a shortage of the neurotransmitter ____.
A) acetylcholine; dopamine
B) dopamine; acetylcholine.
C) norepinephrine; serotonin
D) serotonin; norepinephrine
E) dopamine; acetylcholine

Question

Alzheimer's disease involves damage to brain neurons that release ____, while Parkinson's disease is caused by a shortage of the neurotransmitter ____.​
A) ​acetylcholine; dopamine
B) ​dopamine; acetylcholine.
C) ​norepinephrine; serotonin
D) ​serotonin; norepinephrine
E) ​dopamine; acetylcholine

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Alzheimer's disease is associated with damage to neurons that release acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in learning and memory. Parkinson's disease, on the other hand, is primarily caused by a shortage of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in movement and coordination.

Alzheimer's Disease Involves Damage to Brain Neurons That Release ____