The Same Neurotransmitter Binds to a Postsynaptic Cell but Produces

question 22

Multiple Choice

The same neurotransmitter binds to a postsynaptic cell but produces a variety of different effects. What does this mean?

• A) The postsynaptic cell is expressing different types of receptors for the same neurotransmitter.
• B) The strength of the neurotransmitter varies.
• C) The amount of neurotransmitter released produces varying effects.
• D) The size of the postsynaptic cell makes a difference in neurotransmitter effects.
• E) The neuron must be dying.

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