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NEET · Biology · STD 11 - 18. Neural control and coordination

The specific receptors for neurotransmitters in a synapse are present on :

  1. A Schwann cell
  2. B Pre-synaptic membrane
  3. C Myelin sheath
  4. D Post-synaptic membrane
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(D) Post-synaptic membrane

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(D) Post-synaptic membrane
Neurotransmitters are released from the synaptic vesicles of the pre-synaptic neuron into the synaptic cleft.
These neurotransmitters bind to specific receptors present on the post-synaptic membrane.
This binding opens ion channels, generating a new action potential in the post-synaptic neuron.