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Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) affects many areas of the brain.
However, the most pronounced impact is found in the cerebrum, hippocampus, and cerebellum.
Ethanol affects the GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) neurotransmitter system, binding to GABA-A and GABA-B receptors, and increasing their ability to hyperpolarize neuronal cell membranes. So, it inhibits (slows, reduces) brain activity.
When this happens in the cerebral cortex, higher thought is slowed or inhibited.
In the hippocampus (where a large number of GABA receptors exist), memory storage is impaired.
In the cerebellum (also containing large numbers of GABA receptors to allow for fine-tuning of activities related to coordination), coordination is impaired.
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Alcohol affects the brain centers not equally?
Yes, it's not equally.
Alcohol affects the brain centers A Equally B Not Equally C Depends on what you drink?
B Not Equally Juat finish the alcohol test...Its in my chap#2 question 2
How does alcohol affect the cerebrum?
Alcohol does not affect the cerebrum...rather it affects the cerebellum of the brain.
Can alcohol affect the brain center?
Yes
What is the state that occurs when someone drinks enough alcohol alcohol to affect his or her brain?
Intoxication temporarily affects the operation of the brain.
Will alcohol affect the rate of decomposition of a lemon?
No, but it will affect the decomposition of the human brain.
Where does alcohol effect in the body first?
The judgment and decision-making centers (executive function) in the brain.
How does alcohol affect spiritual?
Alcohol is an anesthetic so it numbs your brain, and it is also toxic, so it destroys your brain cells. Whatever you were, after alcohol you're less.
How does alcohol affect the mind?
It temporarily slows the operation of the brain.
How long does it take for alcohol to affect the brain?
Alcohol can start affecting the brain within minutes of consumption. It quickly enters the bloodstream and reaches the brain, where it can impact cognitive function, decision-making, and coordination. The level of impairment varies based on factors like the amount of alcohol consumed and individual tolerance.
Does alcohol abuse affect the brain?
yes, too much alchol can kill brain cells
How does alcohol affect performance?
If you drink too much it can damage your brain.
