Would synthesis of Acetylcholine make photons?

In summary, the conversation discusses the role of neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh) in bioluminescence and the process of choline synthesis in humans. It is mentioned that choline is essential for metabolic needs and its deficiency can lead to health issues. The conversation also touches upon the production of biophotons, which are photons emitted from a biological system, and how choline is involved in this process.
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the Neurotransmitter Acetylcholine (ACh) has 1 less electron for its Nitrogen (N), I think it gives it to Chlorine (Cl) so when an electron in one energy orbit goes into a new atom at a different energy orbit, would the difference of energy level (the Photon) radiate outward?

After all the electron (e-) is at energy orbit 2 in (N) and goes into 3 in (Cl)
 
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I have got myself all terribly confused, sorry about that. I looked more into it.

http://biolum.eemb.ucsb.edu/chem/
Bioluminescence is light produced by a chemical reaction within an organism.

At least two chemicals are required. The one which produces the light is generically called a "luciferin" and the one that drives or catalyzes the reaction is called a "luciferase."The basic reaction follows the sequence illustrated above:
  • The luciferase catalyzes the oxidation of luciferin
  • Resulting in light and an inactive "oxyluciferin"
  • In most cases, fresh luciferin must be brought into the system, either through the diet or by internal synthesis.

http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/other-nutrients/choline#figure-2b
Humans can synthesize choline moieties in small amounts by converting phosphatidylethanolamine into phosphatidylcholine (see Figure 2 above). Three methylation reactions catalyzed by phosphatidylethanolamine N-methyltransferase (PEMT) are required, each using S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) as a methyl group donor. Choline is generated endogenously when the methylation of phosphatidylethanolamine is coupled with the catabolism of newly formed phosphatidylcholine by phospholipases. This is referred to as de novo synthesis of choline. The substitution of choline by serine in the synthesis of phosphatidylserine from phosphatidylcholine by phosphatidylserine synthase-1 also releases choline (4). Because phosphatidylcholine metabolism is a source of endogenous choline, the nutrient was not initially classified as essential (1). Yet, de novo choline synthesis in humans is not sufficient to meet their metabolic needs such that healthy humans fed choline-deficient diets develop fatty liver, liver damage, and/or muscle damage (see Deficiency).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biophoton
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For the science of interactions of light and living beings, see biophotonics.
A biophoton (from the Greek βίος meaning "life" and φῶς meaning "light") is a photon of non-thermal origin in the visible and ultraviolet spectrum emitted from a biological system. Emission of biophotons is technically a type of bioluminescence,


So basically when Choline is made it produces a Biophoton. I'm sorry for confusing you all and wasting your time :(
 

1. How is Acetylcholine synthesized?

Acetylcholine is synthesized in the body from choline and acetyl coenzyme A (acetyl CoA) through a process called cholinergic synthesis. This process is catalyzed by an enzyme called choline acetyltransferase (ChAT).

2. Can Acetylcholine be synthesized in a laboratory?

Yes, Acetylcholine can be synthesized in a laboratory using chemical reactions. However, this process is not commonly used due to the availability of natural sources of Acetylcholine.

3. What is the role of Acetylcholine in the body?

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that is responsible for transmitting signals between nerve cells and muscles. It plays a crucial role in muscle movement, memory, and learning.

4. How does the synthesis of Acetylcholine relate to photons?

There is no direct relationship between the synthesis of Acetylcholine and photons. Photons are particles of light and do not play a role in the synthesis of Acetylcholine.

5. Can the synthesis of Acetylcholine produce photons?

No, the synthesis of Acetylcholine does not involve the production of photons. Photons are a form of energy and cannot be synthesized through chemical reactions.

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