The Influx of Calcium Ions During Exocytosis

question 34

Multiple Choice

 The influx of calcium ions during exocytosis

• A) returns the synaptic vesicles to the cell body for refilling.
• B) triggers the activation of autoreceptors on the presynaptic membrane.
• C) causes synaptic vesicles to migrate to their release sites.
• D) signals the vesicles to store additional neurotransmitter molecules.

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