EVERYDAY SCIENCE

SCIENCE

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is true about a neurotransmitter?
A
Receives soundwaves in our ears
B
Links synapses across neurons
C
Shocks our neurons
D
Carries chloride across neurons
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The best answer is C. They move in a random manner. Neurotransmitters are chemical messenger substances.

Detailed explanation-2: -An action potential travels the length of the axon and causes release of neurotransmitter into the synapse. The action potential and consequent transmitter release allow the neuron to communicate with other neurons.

Detailed explanation-3: -Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that your body can’t function without. Their job is to carry chemical signals (“messages”) from one neuron (nerve cell) to the next target cell. The next target cell can be another nerve cell, a muscle cell or a gland.

Detailed explanation-4: -The answer is A) Neurotransmitters can be degraded by enzymes within the synaptic cleft to terminate its effect.

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