Which of the Following Neurotransmitters Prevents Neurons from Overly Exciting

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following neurotransmitters prevents neurons from overly exciting adjacent nerve cells?

• A)Gamma-amniobutyric acid (GABA)
• B)Glutamate
• C)Dopamine
• D)Norepinephrine
• E)Serotonin

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