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Neutrotransmitters Flashcards

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What are neurotransmitters?

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Chemicals found in the central nervous system released by a neuron that alters activity in other neurons

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What is the synapse?

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The space between neurons where neurotransmitters are released and travel to the next neuron to send a message

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How many important neurotransmitters are there?

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Four 4

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What are the neurotransmitters important?

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Dopamine, Seratonin, GABA, Norepinephrine

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