What two functions do acetylcholine perform?

Answer 1

Along with dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine, acetylcholine is a neural transmitter. Some substances act as mediators and others, including acetylcholine, simulate or active the next nerve cell as impulses pass down the a nerve. Once it has performed this action by passing across the synapse (neural junction between two nerve cells) it is broken down by an enzyme called acetylcholine esterase into an acetyl group and choline. Acetylcholine also passes across the neural muscular junction, similar to the synapse between neurons (nerve cells) and also between nerve endings and muscle cells stimulating them and thus causing your muscles to move. Acetylcholine is also involved in memory and learning and is in particularly short supply in people with Alzheimer's disease. A recently released drug helps Alzheimers sufferers by inhibiting the action of acetylcholine esterase.

Answer 2

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and the central nervous system (CNS). In the PNS, it activates muscles, and in the CNS, it enhances sensory reactions.

Answer 3

transmission of information from one neuron to terminal end of neuron

Answer 4

Acetylcholine, or ACh, is a neurotransmitter that play a function in facilitating skeletal muscle movement.

Answer 5

Acetylcholine functions as a neurotransmitter, transmitting signals between nerve cells. It also plays a role in the activation of skeletal muscle, contributing to muscle contractions.