THC, the active ingredient in marijuana, mimics the function of the neurotransmitter ____, resulting in a variety of effects including ____.
A)dopamine; increased pain perception
B)norepinephrine; hallucinogens
C)GABA; nervousness
D)serotonin; loss of appetite
E)anandamide; memory loss

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THC mimics anandamide, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, memory, appetite, and pain perception, leading to effects such as memory loss.

THC, the Active Ingredient in Marijuana, Mimics the Function of the Neurotransmitter