Where Are the Receptor Sites for Neurotransmitters Located on the Neuron

question 223

Multiple Choice

Where are the receptor sites for neurotransmitters located on the neuron?

• A) The myelin sheath
• B) The clefts
• C) The dendrites and cell body
• D) The synaptic vesicles

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Definitions:

Place Theory

A theory in psychology and philosophy that suggests physical location and environment play a significant role in how individuals perceive and interact with the world around them.

Frequency Theory

A theory in the field of psychology that suggests the rate at which nerve impulses are fired in the auditory nerve corresponds to the frequency of a sound wave, enabling us to detect its pitch.

Volley Principle

A theory in auditory neuroscience suggesting that groups of neurons can provide a temporal coding for frequencies by firing in rapid succession, allowing the brain to perceive sounds up to about 5000 Hz.

Binaural Cues

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