An [blank_start]interference[blank_end] in the nervous system caused by neurotransmitter [blank_start]malfunction[blank_end] can result in a [blank_start]degeneration[blank_end] of neurological [blank_start]function[blank_end] causing diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimers disease.
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interference
malfunction
degeneration
function
Question 2
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Neurological degeneration resulting in Parkinson's or Alzheimers is caused by an excess of neurotransmitters
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True
False
Question 3
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Neurological degeneration resulting in Parkinson's or Alzheimers is caused by a loss of neurotransmitters
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True
False
Question 4
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A lack of important memory neurotransmitter (acetylcholine) caused by plaques and tangles in the brain. This results in:
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Alzheimers
Parkinson's
Huntington's
Motor neuron disease
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Insoluble clumps in between nerve cells that secrete toxic substances and kill neighbouring neurons are called:
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Neurofibrillary tangles
Plaques
Paired helical filaments
Tartars
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Twisted neurons that prevent neurotransmission from occurring are called:
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Neurofibrillary tangles
Plaques
Paired helical filaments
Tartars
Question 7
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Symptoms of Alzheimers
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Memory loss
Impaired attention
Impaired concentration
confusion
Difficulty learning new information
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Prevention for Alzheimers
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Exercise
Healthy diet
Socialisation
Organising
Sleep
Challenging your brain
Mathematics
Question 9
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A loss of dopamine due to cells in the basal ganglia generating is called:
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Alzheimers
Parkinson's
Huntington's
Motor Neuron Disease
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The basal ganglia is responsible for movement, and lack of dopamine in the basal ganglia provides movement difficulties
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True
False
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Parkinson's Disease only occurs because of genetic