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sc00by25

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on: Jun 22, 2018
What happens when a neurotransmitter is released by a presynaptic cell?
 
  a. It causes calcium to rush into the presynaptic neuron.
 b. It causes calcium to rush into the postsynaptic neuron.
 c. The neurotransmitter passively spreads across the synaptic cleft.
 d. The neurotransmitter is actively transported across the synaptic cleft.

Question 2

In comparison to activating effects, organizing effects of hormones take place ____.
 
  a. later in life and produce more long-lasting effects
  b. later in life and produce more temporary effects
 c. earlier in life and produce more long-lasting effects
  d. earlier in life and produce more temporary effects


juicepod

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

c


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