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ZOO 101 Nervous System Objective Question
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Question

What changes at the end of the axon to allow the signal to cross the synapse?
Options
A The electrical signal changes to a magnetic signal.
B The electrical signal changes to a chemical signal using neurotransmitters.
Correct Answer
C The signal stops and must be regenerated.
D The signal travels through gap junctions.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

At the end of the axon, the electrical signal changes to a chemical signal, releasing neurotransmitters into the synapse.

Hint

Neurotransmitters are the chemical messengers.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Nervous System
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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