An action potential releases neurotransmitter from a neuron by opening which of the following channels?

A. Voltage-gated Na+ channels
B. Voltage-gated K+ channels
C. Voltage-gated Ca2+ channels
D. Chemically gated Ca2+ channels


Answer: C. Voltage-gated Ca2+ channels

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