IP₃ Leads to a Receptor Potential in Some Gustatory Neurons

question 49

Multiple Choice

IP₃ leads to a receptor potential in some gustatory neurons due to opening of what type of channel?

• A) ligand-gated
• B) mechanically-gated
• C) metabotropic
• D) voltage-gated

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