Signaling Between Neurons

Signaling Between Neurons

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Biology

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12th Grade

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Hard

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Kira Grund

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What triggers the release of neurotransmitters from the synaptic vesicles into the synaptic cleft?

Back

Calcium ions

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Role of calcium ions in synaptic transmission?

Back

They facilitate the fusion of synaptic vesicles with the presynaptic membrane.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of neurotransmitter receptors on the postsynaptic membrane?

Back

To bind neurotransmitters and initiate a cellular response

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Effect of inhibitory neurotransmitters on the postsynaptic membrane potential?

Back

Hyperpolarization

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Common inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system?

Back

GABA

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of synaptic vesicles in neurotransmitter release?

Back

They store neurotransmitters until they are released.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which mechanisms are involved in the termination of neurotransmitter action at the synapse?

Back

Reuptake into the presynaptic neuron, Diffusion away from the synapse, Enzymatic degradation

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