Regarding neurotransmission, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) The nervous system depends on a balance between neural excitation and inhibition to function effectively.
B) Excitatory effects make an action potential more likely to occur, whereas inhibitory effects make action potentials less likely to occur.
C) All neurotransmitters have both excitatory and inhibitory effects.
D) Neurotransmitters that do not dock at receptor sites are decomposed in the synaptic gap or are reabsorbed by the transmitting neuron.
E) Neurotransmitters carry messages controlling all aspects of human activity, from the biological to the mental to the emotional.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q53: The peripheral nervous system connects the spinal
Q54: In contrast to agonists, antagonists are drugs
Q55: On a camping trip, Eleni accidentally steps
Q56: Which of the following is an antagonist
Q57: A _ is an automatic, unlearned response
Q59: Which portion of the central nervous system
Q60: Your anatomy professor states that today's lecture
Q61: Which part of the brain controls balance
Q62: The forebrain contains all of the following
Q63: Which is a cluster of nerve cells
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents