Protein Structures Located on the Presynaptic Neuron That Monitor Its

question 161

Multiple Choice

 Protein structures located on the presynaptic neuron that monitor its activity level are called

• A) ionotropic receptors.
• B) metabotropic receptors.
• C) autoreceptors.
• D) transporter molecules.

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Definitions:

Polar Covalent Bond

A polar covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where electrons are unequally shared between atoms, leading to a distribution of electrical charge.

Water Molecule

A molecule consisting of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, chemically represented as H2O.

Salt Crystal

A type of crystal formed by the evaporation of a solution containing salt, commonly NaCl (table salt).

Dissociation

The process by which a compound separates into its component parts, molecules, or ions.