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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

At the end of the axon, the electrical signal is converted into a:
Options
A Hormonal signal
B Chemical signal — released as neurotransmitters
Correct Answer
C Mechanical signal
D Osmotic signal
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

At the end of the axon, the electrical signal changes to a chemical signal. The axon releases neurotransmitters that cross the synapse to communicate with the next neuron or target cell.

Hint

This conversion allows communication across the gap between neurons.

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