The enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft is:
A. Monoamine oxidase
B. Acetylcholinesterase
C. Choline acetyltransferase
D. Catechol-O-methyltransferase
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Acetylcholinesterase degrades acetylcholine into acetate and choline, terminating the synaptic signal. Choline acetyltransferase synthesizes ACh, MAO and COMT degrade monoamines.

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