4. Insecticides that inhibit the action of cholinesterase kill insects by a. Destroying all nerve impulses b. Causing continuous muscle contractions c. Preventing the use of ATP by the neuron d. Preventing the transmission of impulses across the synapse

4. Insecticides that inhibit the action of cholinesterase kill insects by a. Destroying all nerve impulses b. Causing continuous muscle contractions c. Preventing the use of ATP by the neuron d. Preventing the transmission of impulses across the synapse

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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