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What type of channels open as the cell depolarizes during neurotransmitter release?
What type of channels open as the cell depolarizes during neurotransmitter release?
Which protein interacts with Ca2+ to initiate the process of exocytosis during neurotransmitter release?
Which protein interacts with Ca2+ to initiate the process of exocytosis during neurotransmitter release?
What ion does the neurotransmitter typically bind to, leading to depolarization of the post-synaptic cell?
What ion does the neurotransmitter typically bind to, leading to depolarization of the post-synaptic cell?
What type of neurotransmitter causes Na+ or Ca2+ to enter the cell?
What type of neurotransmitter causes Na+ or Ca2+ to enter the cell?
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Which type of receptors are associated with ligand-gated ion channels for producing fast post-synaptic potentials?
Which type of receptors are associated with ligand-gated ion channels for producing fast post-synaptic potentials?
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What type of neurotransmitter typically causes hyperpolarization by allowing Cl- to enter the cell?
What type of neurotransmitter typically causes hyperpolarization by allowing Cl- to enter the cell?
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Where are small molecule neurotransmitters synthesized?
Where are small molecule neurotransmitters synthesized?
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How are neuropeptides synthesized?
How are neuropeptides synthesized?
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What is the process of removing neurotransmitters from the synapse called?
What is the process of removing neurotransmitters from the synapse called?
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Where do vesicles containing neurotransmitters undergo fast anterograde transport to?
Where do vesicles containing neurotransmitters undergo fast anterograde transport to?
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