The release of neurotransmitter from a neuron is an example of
A) endocytosis and is a form of passive transport.
B) receptor-mediated endocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.
C) exocytosis and is a form of passive transport.
D) exocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.
E) pinocytosis and it is a form of primary active transport.

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The release of neurotransmitter from a neuron occurs through exocytosis, which is an active transport process requiring ATP to move vesicles containing neurotransmitters to the cell membrane for release.

The Release of Neurotransmitter from a Neuron Is an Example