Q28 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2009 · Chemistry

Parkinson's disease is linked to abnormalities in the levels of dopamine in the body. The structure of dopamine is

  • A
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  • B
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  • Correct answer
    C
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  • D
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Solution

Dopamine is produced in several areas of the brain. If the amount of dopamine increases in the brain, the patient may be affected with Parkinson's disease. The IUPAC name of dopamine is 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl) ethylamine and its structure is as follows : Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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