Which of the following is the correct sequence of steps through which neurotransmitters progress during synaptic transmission?
A) synthesis, release, binding, inactivation, reuptake
B) release, synthesis, binding, reuptake, inactivation
C) binding, synthesis, release, inactivation, reuptake
D) synthesis, binding, release, reuptake, inactivation

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The correct sequence of steps in synaptic transmission is:
1. Synthesis of neurotransmitters in the presynaptic neuron
2. Release of neurotransmitters from the presynaptic neuron into the synaptic cleft
3. Binding of neurotransmitters to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron
4. Inactivation of neurotransmitters (by enzymes or reuptake)
5. Reuptake of neurotransmitters back into the presynaptic neuron for recycling. Choice A correctly follows this sequence.

Which of the Following Is the Correct Sequence of Steps