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frankwu

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Neuronal signals are carried across the synapse by
 
  A) direct electrical connections between the two cells.
  B) the secretion of transmitter molecules into the synapse.
  C) the transfer of ions from one cell to another.
  D) an inhibitory effect of a transmitter molecule on the postsynaptic membrane.
  E) an influx of potassium ions into the axon terminal.

Question 2

The term ________ means little bladder.
 
  A) vesicle
  B) neurite
  C) cisternae
  D) mitochondria
  E) storage pool


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

Answer: B
Rationale: Neuronal signals are carried across the synapse by the secretion of transmitter molecules into the synapse.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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