Asked by Seymone Simmons on May 15, 2024
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What do neurotransmitters do?
A) Travel outside the neuron, cross a small gap, and reenter the neuron
B) Travel through the neuron, cross a small gap, and arrive at the other side of the neuron
C) Travel outside the neuron, cross a small gap, and arrive at the next neuron
D) Travel through the neuron, cross a small gap, and reenter the neuron
Neurotransmitters
Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, such as between neurons, to influence or regulate bodily functions.
Neuron
A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals.
- Comprehend the function of neurotransmitters and their role in neuron communication.
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Zybrea KnightMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Neurotransmitters are chemicals that travel outside of a neuron, cross the synaptic gap (a small gap between neurons), and bind to receptors on the next neuron to transmit signals throughout the nervous system.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the function of neurotransmitters and their role in neuron communication.