When a neurotransmitter released from one neuron binds to a ________ on a second neuron, that neuron depolarizes and fires.

A. enzyme-linked receptor
B. ligand-gated ion channel
C. voltage-gated ion channel
D. nuclear receptor
E. G-protein coupled receptor


Answer: B

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