When a neurotransmitter binds to a receptor on a postsynaptic membrane, a depolarization will always occur.

a. true
b. false


b. false
the neurotransmitter will promote either a depolarization or a hyperpolarization depending upon the receptor.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. Growth hormone B. Vitamin D C. Sex hormones D. Calcitonin E. Parathyroid hormone

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A. luteinizing hormone. B. estrogen or testosterone. C. follicle-stimulating hormone. D. gonadotropin-releasing hormone. E. androgens.

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