What Impact Do Neurotransmitters Have on the Receiving Neuron

question 19

Multiple Choice

What impact do neurotransmitters have on the receiving neuron?

• A) All neurotransmitters excite the receiving neuron.
• B) All neurotransmitters inhibit the receiving neuron.
• C) Some neurotransmitters excite the receiving neuron,while others inhibit the receiving neuron.
• D) Because the strength of depolarization influences neurotransmission,neurotransmitters can be either excitatory or inhibitory.

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