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Cell Pathology 1 (Pharmacology) - 2016 > Synapse Biology and the Neuromuscular Junction > Flashcards

Synapse Biology and the Neuromuscular Junction Flashcards

1
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Why is calcium essential in presynaptic mechanisms leading to neurotransmitter release?

A

Ca2+ triggers synaptic vesicle fusion.

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Tetanus toxin binds to ___________ and breaks down the SNARE protein to cause paralysis.

A

synaptobrevin

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ACh is synthesized in a reaction catalyzed by ______.

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Choline acetyl transferase (ChAT)

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Cell Pathology 1 (Pharmacology) - 2016 (10 decks)

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