Ionotropic Receptors on Postsynaptic Membrane

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The direct opening of an ion channel with the binding of a neurotransmitter to its receptor site is called _________________.

ion-channel linked reception;

G-protein linked reception;

chemical activation of ion channels;

both b and c are correct alternatives;

alternatives a, b, and c are correct;

INCORRECT - G-protein linked reception and chemical activation of ion channels are both indirect mechanisms for opening ion channels.

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		ion-channel linked reception;
		G-protein linked reception;
		chemical activation of ion channels;
		both b and c are correct alternatives;
		alternatives a, b, and c are correct;