Question

Chemicals that are released by the presynaptic neuron that can bind to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron that cause it to depolarize or hyperpolarize.

A) Hippocampus
B) Medulla
C) Pons
D) Thalamus
E) Amygdala
F) Basal Ganglia

Answer 1

Neurotransmitters are released by the presynaptic neuron and can cause the postsynaptic neuron to depolarize or hyperpolarize. Examples include acetylcholine and GABA. The correct answer is (E) Amygdala.

Step-by-step explanation:

Neurotransmitters are chemicals released by the presynaptic neuron that can bind to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, causing it to depolarize or hyperpolarize.

Examples include acetylcholine, which depolarizes the postsynaptic neuron by opening Na+ channels, and GABA, which hyperpolarizes the neuron by opening Cl- channels.

Therefore, the correct option from the given choices is (E) Amygdala.