Ch 4 Synapses Flashcards
1
Q
What is a synapse?
A
A place where neurons communicate with other cells.
2
Q
What are the two types of synapses found in the nervous system?
A
Electrical- gap junctions very fast
Chemical- releasing a neurotransmitter to affect the function of the second cell
3
Q
What are some examples of small molecule neurotransmitters?
A
Acetylcholine Dopamine Norepinephrine Glycine GABA Glutamate Serotonin
4
Q
What are some examples of large molecule neurotransmitters?
A
Endogenous opioids
Substance P
5
Q
What is always the neurotransmitter at the neuromuscular junction?
A
acetylcholine
6
Q
Parkinson patients usually have a deficit of what neurotransmitter?
A
dopamine
