Binding of neurotransmitter to receptors on the postsynaptic neuronal membrane results in
A) a change in ion conductance through the membrane.
B) the opening of voltage-gated calcium channels.
C) an action potential.
D) hyperpolarization.

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Postsynaptic neurons have receptors for these neurotransmitters and respond by changing the flow of ions through channels in the cell membrane.Action potentials reaching the axon terminal open voltage-gated calcium channels.Depolarization of the neuronal membrane results in the generation of action potentials.Some neurotransmitters inhibit depolarization and may produce hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic membrane by opening Cl- or K⁺ channels.

Binding of Neurotransmitter to Receptors on the Postsynaptic Neuronal Membrane