Asked by sandi eskew on May 01, 2024
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Which ion is necessary for the release of neurotransmitter from synaptic vesicles?
A) Cl−
B) Na+
C) K+
D) Ca2+
Synaptic Vesicles
Membrane-bound sacs within presynaptic neurons that store neurotransmitters, which are released into the synaptic cleft to transmit signals to other neurons.
Neurotransmitter
Chemical substances released at the end of a nerve fiber by the arrival of a nerve impulse and, by diffusing across the synapse, causes the transfer of the impulse to another nerve fiber, a muscle fiber, or some other structure.
Ion
An atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons, essential in a wide array of biological processes.
- Understand the role and importance of various ions in synaptic transmission.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and importance of various ions in synaptic transmission.
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