Post Utme Rhema University 2024 Biology Question 11

Practice objective / multiple choice question 11 from the 2024 Post Utme Rhema University Biology examination.

Post Utme Rhema University 2024 Biology Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 11 POST_UTME_RHEMA_UNIVERSITY • 2024 • BIOLOGY • objective

The nervous system's coordination is primarily achieved through the transmission of electrical and chemical signals between neurons. Which of the following best describes the process of synaptic transmission?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron causes a depolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
B. The binding of neurotransmitters to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron causes a hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
C. The release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron causes a hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
D. The binding of neurotransmitters to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron causes a depolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron causes a depolarization of the postsynaptic neuron.

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