With continuous exposure to _______, nicotinic receptors become _______.
A) antagonist; desensitized
B) agonist; desensitized
C) antagonist; resensitized
D) agonist; blocked to depolarization

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Nicotinic receptors are activated by agonists, such as nicotine. With continuous exposure to agonists, the receptors become desensitized, meaning they are no longer able to respond fully to the agonist stimulation. Antagonists, on the other hand, block the receptor from being activated in the first place, which would not lead to desensitization. Resensitization is also not a likely outcome of exposure to an antagonist or agonist. Blocking to depolarization is not a term commonly used in the context of nicotinic receptors.

With Continuous Exposure to _______, Nicotinic Receptors Become _______

With Continuous Exposure to _, Nicotinic Receptors Become _