If a vesicular transporter for a neurotransmitter is blocked,then all of the following could occur except:
A) neurotransmitter synthesis will be reduced.
B) neurotransmitters escape the axon terminal.
C) neurotransmitters become catabolized by enzymes.
D) neurotransmitters concentration will increase in the synaptic cleft.

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Blocking a vesicular transporter would prevent neurotransmitters from being packaged into vesicles for release into the synaptic cleft, but it wouldn't directly reduce their synthesis. Synthesis of neurotransmitters is a separate process from their packaging and release.

If a Vesicular Transporter for a Neurotransmitter Is Blocked,then All