An important function of monoamine oxidase is to
a. provide the precursor for the catecholamines.
b. convert dopamine into norepinephrine.
c. convert norepinephrine into epinephrine.
d. convert catecholamines and serotonin into inactive forms.
e. speed up the digestion of cheese within the gut.
Answer: d. convert catecholamines and serotonin into inactive forms.
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