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tatyanajohnson

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A drug that blocks the effect of a neurotransmitter is called a(n):
 
  a. Ligand
  b. Antagonist
  c. Receptor binding agent
  d. Agonist

Question 2

The type of postsynaptic potential produced by a neurotransmitter depends on which neurotransmitter is released and:
 
  A) The type of receptor
  B) Whether the receptor is chemical or electrical
  C) The number of receptors
  D) The amount of neurotransmitter present in the synapse


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

B

Answer to Question 2

A


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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