When a neurotransmitter like GABA is acting in an inhibitory manner which of the following is likely a result of the GABA acting on the post synaptic cell?
A. influx of positively charged ions into the postsynaptic cell
B. opening of chemically gated sodium channels
C. depolarization of the postsynaptic cell membrane
D. hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic cell membrane
Answer:D
When a neurotransmitter like GABA is acting in an inhibitory manner which of the following is likely a result of the GABA acting on the post synaptic cell?
A. influx of positively charged ions into the postsynaptic cell B. opening of chemically gated sodium channels C. depolarization of the postsynaptic cell membrane D. hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic cell membrane