What is the role of neurotransmitters in communicating between neurons?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Axons release chemicals called neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters cross the synapse (the gap) between neurons to bring the message to the dendrite of the other neuron.

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We understand that the chi-square test compares the observed category frequencies on the variables with the expected category frequencies on the variables when the ______ is true.

A. alternative hypothesis B. post hoc test C. null hypothesis D. ad hoc test

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The statistical examination of a large body of existing research results with the goal of assessing the effect of the common central variable is called a

a. correlational study. c. grouped examination. b. weighted analysis. d. meta-analysis.

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Regarding teratogens and birth defects, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Radiation, lead, and pesticides are considered teratogens. b. Cystic fibrosis, PKU, and hemophilia are considered teratogens. c. Pregnant women do have direct control over many teratogens. d. Repeated heavy drinking during pregnancy is the most common cause of birth defects in the United States.

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Which description BEST describes most customers of prostitutes?

a. They are average men. b. They are teenage boys or young men. c. They are hypersexual and/or paraphiliacs. d. They are undersexed.

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