Lesson 3 - Synaptic Transmission

Question 1

What is a message path

Answer 1

-it refers to the neurones not being directly connected to each other

Question 2

What is the synaptic gap

Answer 2

-the gap between the axon terminals and dendrite of the next cell that the nerves cross
-this is done through neurotransmitter chemical releases that act as a bridge

Question 3

What is a excitatory transmitter

Answer 3

-acetylcholine and noradrenaline
-on switches for the body and mind

Question 4

What is an inhibitory transmitter

Answer 4

-chemicals like serotonin which are like an off switch for the boy and mind