Active Neurons Need ATP to Support Which of the Following

question 101

Multiple Choice

Active neurons need ATP to support which of the following?

• A)the movement of materials to the soma by axoplasmic transport
• B)the synthesis of neurotransmitter molecules
• C)the movement of materials from the soma by axoplasmic transport
• D)the recovery from action potentials
• E)All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

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Anticholinergic Properties

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