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Parkinson’s disease is caused by degeneration of brain neurons that are involved in movement control and make use of the neurotransmitter ___.

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GABA

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Dopamine

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Acetylcholine

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Norepinephrine

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Solution

The correct option is B
Dopamine

A layer of large pigmented nerve cells in the midbrain called substantia nigra, produces dopamine and its damage is associated with parkinsons disease.

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