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Interpretation:
The impact and mode of action of cocaine on amphetamines level in the brains has to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
Neurotransmitters: Neurotransmitters are chemicals that transmit messages from the nervous system to the target cell. They are the chemical messagers where the electrical signal from the nervous system is travelled from one neuron to another to reach the target cell.
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter has a key role in the brain. It is required for many processes such as emotional response, controlling of movements and experiencing pain and pleasure.
Amphetamines are drugs which increase the rate of dopamine release and thus the dopamine level increases in the body and gives a highly satisfied feeling.
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