Parkinson’s disease is caused by the progressive degeneration of neurons that produce which neurotransmitter in the substantia nigra?
ADopamine
BSerotonin
CGABA
DNorepinephrine
Explanation
The loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain leads to the motor tremors, rigidity, and instability characteristic of Parkinson’s.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Biological Psychology
- Subtopic: Neurotransmitters
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