Neurotoxins
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Neurotoxins • Definition: Toxins that specifically target nerve cells. • Examples: • Environmental Chemical Toxicants: • Mercury • Lead • Drugs of Abuse: • Alcohol • Stimulants (e.g., cocaine) • Glutamate Excitotoxin
Neurotoxins • Definition: Toxins that specifically target nerve cells. • Examples: • Environmental Chemical Toxicants: • Mercury • Lead • Drugs of Abuse: • Alcohol • Stimulants (e.g., cocaine) • Glutamate Excitotoxin