Each type of neurotransmitter has a specific ____, and each type of receptor site has a specific ____.
A) configuration; molecular shape
B) molecular shape; configuration
C) inhibitory potential; excitatory potential
D) excitatory potential; inhibitory potential

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Neurotransmitters have a specific molecular shape that allows them to bind to a specific receptor site on postsynaptic neurons. Therefore, each neurotransmitter has a specific molecular shape, and each receptor site has a specific configuration or shape that complements the shape of the neurotransmitter.

Each Type of Neurotransmitter Has a Specific ____, and Each