Nerve gas,such as Sarin,produces its effects by:
A)blocking postsynaptic ACh receptors.
B)increasing degradation of ACh.
C)decreasing synthesis of ACh.
D)increasing levels of ACh.

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Nerve gas, such as Sarin, works by blocking postsynaptic ACh receptors. This results in an accumulation of acetylcholine (ACh) in the synapse, leading to excessive stimulation of cholinergic receptors and subsequent symptoms such as convulsions, respiratory failure, and even death.

Nerve Gas,such as Sarin,produces Its Effects By