Glutamate Can Be Toxic to Neurons Because​

question 164

Multiple Choice

Glutamate can be toxic to neurons because​ 

• A)NMDA receptors allow calcium into a cell, and excess calcium can stimulate harmful levels of enzyme activity. 
• B)NMDA receptors block the movement of calcium into a cell, preventing the release of other neurotransmitters. 
• C)it blocks receptors for other types of neurotransmitters, preventing effective communication between cells. 
• D)its breakdown in the synaptic gap produces harmful free radicals.