Question

In order for a synapse to be an effective means of cellular communication, slow removal or inactivation of neurotransmitter molecules from the synapse is important.

A. True

B. False

Answer 1

True. Slow removal or inactivation of neurotransmitter molecules from the synapse is important for efficient communication between neurons.

Step-by-step explanation:

True

Once neurotransmission has occurred, the neurotransmitter must be removed from the synaptic cleft so the postsynaptic membrane can "reset" and be ready to receive another signal. This can be accomplished in three ways: the neurotransmitter can diffuse away from the synaptic cleft, it can be degraded by enzymes in the synaptic cleft, or it can be recycled (sometimes called reuptake) by the presynaptic neuron. Slow removal or inactivation of neurotransmitter molecules from the synapse is important for efficient communication between neurons.