Which of the following is a special feature of the NMDA glutamate receptor? Choose the correct option
A) NMDA have a very high affinity for glutamate so transmitter remains around for a long time.
B) Bound glutamate does nothing if the postsynaptic membrane is not depolarized enough.
C) The NMDA receptor is clogged with a Mg++ ion that can only be dislodged by strong postsynaptic depolarization.
D) All choices are correct.
Ans: D
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