Zoology-Synaptic Transmission
NEET Zoology Synaptic Transmission MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11
Consider a diagram depicting a synaptic transmission at a chemical synapse. Which part of the synapse is responsible for the release of neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft?
A
Pre-synaptic neuron membrane
B
Post-synaptic neuron membrane
C
Synaptic cleft
D
Ion channels
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The pre-synaptic neuron membrane contains vesicles that release neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft, which then bind to receptors on the post-synaptic neuron.
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