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Frost2351

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What is the synaptic cleft?
 
  a. the gap between the presynaptic neuron and the postsynaptic neuron
  b. a packet that stores neurotransmitter molecules for release
 c. a subthreshold depolarization mechanism
 d. the long-term storage location for calcium ions

Question 2

An organizing effect differs from an activating effect of a hormone in that an organizing effect ____.
 
  a. inhibits the effects of another hormone
  b. lasts only briefly
 c. activates excitatory receptors
 d. produces more long-lasting effects


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GCabra

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

a

Answer to Question 2

d


Frost2351

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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