Types Of Synapse Flashcards
1
Q
2 main types of synapse:
Those that cause post-synaptic neuron to _
A
Become excited
2
Q
2 main types of synapse:
Those that cause post-synaptic neuron to become _
A
Inhibited
3
Q
Type of synapse depends largely on type of _ released
A
Neurotransmitter
4
Q
Neuron will only fire a nerve impulse when _ outweighs _
A
Excitatory input
Inhibitory input
5
Q
Synapses with most powerful effect are generally close to _ zone in cell body
A
Nerve impulse-initiating
6
Q
Inhibitory synapses are often _ synapse
A
Axo-somatic
7
Q
Inhibitory synapse reduces likelihood of _ being generated
A
Nerve impulse
8
Q
Vast majority of synapses are _
A
Axo-dendritic
9
Q
_ synapse is rare
A
Axo-axonic
