While You Read This Question, Your Neurons Are Busy Sending

question 84

Multiple Choice

While you read this question, your neurons are busy sending information to and from your brain; meanwhile, the metabolic needs of those neurons are met by

• A) afferent neurons.
• B) efferent neurons.
• C) interneurons.
• D) glial cells.
• E) None of the above

Recognize the specific roles and effects of neurotransmitters in bodily functions and behaviors.

Comprehend the mechanisms of synaptic transmission, including chemical and electrical synapses.

Understand the role of neurotransmitters in mental health and the impact of substances on neurotransmitter function.

Know the various receptor types and their specificity to neurotransmitters.

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