Which of the Following Presynaptic Events Are in Correct Chronological

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following presynaptic events are in correct chronological order?

• A) calcium ion influx,action potential reaches axon terminal,vesicle fuses with membrane,diffusion of neurotransmitter
• B) action potential reaches axon terminal,calcium ion channels open,exocytosis,diffusion of neurotransmitter
• C) exocytosis,calcium ion influx,action potential reaches axon terminal,membrane depolarization
• D) action potential reaches axon terminal,calcium ion channels open,neurotransmitter diffusion,exocytosis

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