The release of neurotransmitter from a neuron is an example of
A. exocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.
B. pinocytosis and it is a form of primary active transport.
C. exocytosis and is a form of passive transport.
D. receptor-mediated endocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.
E. endocytosis and is a form of passive transport.
Answer: A
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