Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781260256000
Author: SALADIN
Publisher: MCG
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The source, role, and fate of acetylcholine (ACh) in the neuromuscular junction.

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Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter, which is a chemical released from a nerve cell or neurons.

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