Which Molecule Is the Major Excitatory Neurotransmitter in the Brain

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which molecule is the major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain?

• A) GABA
• B) Glutamate
• C) Serotonin
• D) Dopamine
• E) Acetylcholine

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