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What happens to neurotransmitters after they finish their work in the synapse?
They get released back into the synapse and reabsorbed by the neuron that released them.
Which type of neurotransmitter increases the likelihood of the next neuron firing?
Excitatory neurotransmitter
Which neurotransmitter helps us to concentrate?
Norepinephrine
What is the function of inhibitory neurotransmitters?
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What is the role of the synapse in neuronal communication?
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Which condition occurs when there is a disruption in the myelin sheath of neurons producing acetylcholine?
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What is the main function of inhibitory neurotransmitters in neural communication?
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Which principle states that a neuron will either fire with full strength or not at all?
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Which neurotransmitter is responsible for stabilizing mood and treating depression?
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What is the function of GABA as a neurotransmitter?
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In the context of neurotransmitters, what is the role of dopamine?
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What is the primary function of endorphins as neurotransmitters?
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