An action potential has reached the axon terminal of a presynaptic cell. As a result of the action potential you would expect the movement of __________ into the presynaptic cell and the movement of __________ out of the presynaptic cell. Calcium : neurotransmitter Sodium : calcium Neurotransmitter : calcium Sodium : neurotransmitter

An action potential has reached the axon terminal of a presynaptic cell. As a result of the action potential you would expect the movement of into the presynaptic cell and the movement of out of the presynaptic cell. Calcium : neurotransmitter Sodium : calcium Neurotransmitter : calcium Sodium : neurotransmitter

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

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Chapter4: Principles Of Neural And Hormonal Communication

Section: Chapter Questions

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