Nicotine acts as a stimulant because it mimics the effect of
A
Thyroxine
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B
Acetylcholine
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C
Testosterone
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D
Dopamine
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Solution
The correct option is B Acetylcholine Nicotine is found in the leaves of tobacco. It acts as both stimulant as it mimics the acetylcholine and also as the depressor. It stimulates passage of nerve impulses causes muscles to relax.