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?

Question diagram
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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