Asked by Arianna Perez on Jun 13, 2024

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The figure illustrates a detailed drawing of the neuromuscular junction. What does "E" represent?

A) Synaptic vesicles
B) Synaptic cleft
C) Sarcolemma
D) Presynaptic terminal
E) Postsynaptic membrane

Neuromuscular Junction

The synapse or junction where a motor neuron transmits a signal to a muscle fiber, causing it to contract.

Synaptic Vesicles

Small sacs in presynaptic neurons that store neurotransmitters, which are released into the synaptic cleft to transmit neural signals.

Synaptic Cleft

The small gap between neighboring neurons, across which neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals from one neuron to another.

  • Discern and explicate the parts and functions situated in the neuromuscular junction.
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Mercedes MangrumJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
"E" represents the postsynaptic membrane, which is the part of the muscle cell membrane that receives neurotransmitters from the synaptic cleft, initiating a response in the muscle cell.