Q. 19
Question
Parkinson’s disease is caused by the degeneration of neurons that release ________.
a. serotonin
b. dopamine
c. glutamate
d. norepinephrine
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
Option b is the correct answer.
1Step 1: Introduction
Parkinson's disease is a degenerative condition brought on by nerve cell degeneration in the region of the brain known as the substantia nigra, which regulates movement.
2Step 2: The explanation for the correct answer
The substantia nigra, a region of the brain, loses nerve cells, which results in Parkinson's disease. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is made by nerve cells in this region of the brain.
3Step 3: The explanation for incorrect options
Therefore, the rest of the option is irrelevant to Parkinson's disease and to the question.
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