Chapter 8 - Transmission Across a Synapse

Question 1

Presynaptic Membrane

Answer 1

Membrane of First Neuron

Question 2

Postsynaptic Membrane

Answer 2

Membrane of the Next Neuron

Question 3

Synaptic Cleft

Answer 3

Small Gap Between

Question 4

Neurotransmitters

Answer 4

Molecules in Vesicles that Transmit Nerve Impulse Across Synapse

Question 5

Transmission Process Includes:

Answer 5

1. Nerve Impulse Reaches Axon Terminal
2. Calcium Signals Vesicles To Release Neurotransmitter
3. Neurotransmitters Released From Presynaptic Membrane
4. Neurotransmitters Bind Receptors On Postsynaptic
   Membrane