When a neurotransmitter released from one neuron binds to a ______ on a second neuron, that neuron depolarizes and fires.

A. G-protein coupled receptor
B. nuclear receptor
C. voltage-gated ion channel
D. enzyme-linked receptor
E. ligand-gated ion channel


E. ligand-gated ion channel

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Which of the following features are shared by all of the jawed fish?

A. ectothermic, smooth nonscaly skin and bony skeleton B. bony exoskeleton, gills and scales C. cartilaginous or bony endoskeleton, gills and scales D. endothermic, gills and scales

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What is the main factor that will determine whether or not water can enter the root cells?

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A diploid fertilized egg is called a(n) ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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