Neurotransmitters Quiz

What is the main function of neurotransmitters?

• Regulate blood pressure

• Transmit signals between neurons

• Produce hormones

• Store memories

Which neurotransmitter is associated with mood regulation?

• glutamate

• acetylcholine

• serotonin

• dopamine

What are the two main types of neurotransmitters?

• serotonin and GABA

• excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters

• acetylcholine and dopamine

• endorphins and norepinephrine

Which neurotransmitter is responsible for muscle movement?

• acetylcholine

• glutamate

• serotonin

• dopamine

What is the role of neurotransmitter receptors?

• Neurotransmitter receptors bind to neurotransmitters and facilitate signal transmission between nerve cells.

• Neurotransmitter receptors regulate blood flow in the body.

• Neurotransmitter receptors produce neurotransmitters in the brain.

• Neurotransmitter receptors inhibit signal transmission between nerve cells.

Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward?

• serotonin

• acetylcholine

• norepinephrine

• dopamine

What happens when neurotransmitter levels are imbalanced?

• Physical illness and disease

• Improved cognitive function

• Decreased risk of mental health disorders

• Neurological and psychiatric disorders

Name a neurotransmitter that is involved in memory and learning.

• dopamine

• serotonin

• acetylcholine

• glutamate

What are the three main types of neurotransmitter receptors?

• ligand-gated receptors

• receptor tyrosine kinases

• intracellular receptors

• ionotropic receptors, metabotropic receptors, and G protein-coupled receptors

Which neurotransmitter is associated with sleep and relaxation?

• serotonin

• dopamine

• acetylcholine

• norepinephrine