Multiple choice

The parasympathetic nerve ending releases:

  1. acetylcholine

  2. seratonin

  3. adrenalin

  4. dopamine

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The parasympathetic nervous system uses acetylcholine as its neurotransmitter at both preganglionic and postganglionic nerve endings. This cholinergic transmission is what produces 'rest and digest' effects like slowing heart rate and increasing digestion.