Synaptic Transmission
Analyse the process of synaptic transmission, including the release and reuptake of neurotransmitters. Evaluate the concepts of excitation and inhibition in neural networks.
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Analyse the process of synaptic transmission, including the release and reuptake of neurotransmitters. Evaluate the concepts of excitation and inhibition in neural networks.
Key Questions
- How do neurotransmitters cross the synaptic cleft to communicate with adjacent neurons?
- What determines whether a neurotransmitter has an excitatory or inhibitory effect on the postsynaptic neuron?
- How might disruptions in synaptic transmission affect human behaviour and mental health?
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