Which of the Following Would NOT Terminate the Effects of the Neurotransmitter

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT terminate the effects of the neurotransmitter?

• A)presence of calcium ions in the presynaptic neuron
• B)reuptake of neurotransmitter into the presynaptic neuron
• C)diffusion of the neurotransmitter into the extracellular fluid
• D)degradation of the neurotransmitter by enzymes

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Definitions:

Grand Mal

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