Asked by Mahip Joshi on Jun 29, 2024
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What happens when an electrical impulse reaches a neuron's ending?
A) Neurotransmitters are released.
B) Release of neurotransmitters is stopped.
C) The receiving neurons fire.
D) The receiving neurons stop all firing.
Neurotransmitters
Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain.
Electrical Impulse
A quick surge of energy through a conductor, often used in reference to neuronal communication within the nervous system.
Neuron's Ending
refers to the terminus of a neuron where neurotransmitters are released to communicate with other neurons or muscle cells.
- Comprehend the process and implications of neurotransmitter release in neurons.
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Wesley MartinJul 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
When an electrical impulse reaches a neuron's ending, neurotransmitters are released into the synaptic gap to transmit the signal to the next neuron.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the process and implications of neurotransmitter release in neurons.