The Presynaptic Active Zone Must Line-Up with the Postsynaptic Density

question 44

Essay

The presynaptic active zone must line-up with the postsynaptic density. What is one molecular mechanism that contributes to this alignment?

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Definitions:

Embryo

An early stage in the development of a multicellular organism, following fertilization and before becoming a fetus.

Fetus

A developing human from roughly eight weeks after conception until the time of birth.

Placenta Expelled

The process occurring after childbirth where the placenta, which provides oxygen and nutrients to the fetus, is expelled from the uterus.

Inguinal Canal

Passage through the lower abdominal wall that transmits the spermatic cord in the male and the round ligament in the female.