How does the presynaptic axon respond to the action potential?
1 Answer
Sep 15, 2017
Chemical transmitters are released as a result of an action potential in the presynaptic terminal.
An action potential is generated at the axon hillock (motor neuron) or the first node of Ranvier (sensory neuron).
Explanation:
A potential change in the presynaptic cell releases transmitter that produces a postsynaptic potential.
An excellent discussion of the chemistry involved in reflex actions is here:
http://neuroscience.uth.tmc.edu/s1/chapter06.html
Details of different types of Presynaptic and Postsynaptic Function and Neurotransmitters and mechanisms are here:
https://quizlet.com/66906920/presynaptic-and-postsynaptic-function-and-neurotransmitters-flash-cards/
