Which of the following is not true of norepinephrine? A. It acts in both the central nervous system and the autonomic nervous system. B. It is thought to play a role in vigilance. C. NE terminals are found in widespread brain regions. D. NE producing cell bodies are found in widespread brain regions.

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Paris Middleton

18 January, 10:10

Which of the following is not true of norepinephrine? A. It acts in both the central nervous system and the autonomic nervous system. B. It is thought to play a role in vigilance. C. NE terminals are found in widespread brain regions. D. NE producing cell bodies are found in widespread brain regions.

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Liliana Terry · Answer 1

Answer: D. NE producing cell bodies are found in widespread brain regions

Explanation:

Norepinephrine (NE) is a chemical in the body that exists naturally and acts as both a neurotransmitter and a stress hormone. When the brain perceives that there has been a traumatic occurrence, it is released into the blood as a stress hormone.

Norepinephrine is produced in the inner part of the adrenal glands which also produces adrenaline.

Hence, NE is only found in inner part of the adrenal glands and the correct option is D.