Question

How can a presynaptic neuron increase the intensity of the signal it is transmitting?

(a) Increase the amount of neurotransmitters secreted
(b) Change the type of neurotransmitter released
(c) Increase the frequency of the action potential
(d) Initiate a passive spread signal

Answer 1

The correct answer is option (a) "Increase the amount of neurotransmitters secreted".

Step-by-step explanation:

Presynaptic neurons are helpful cells at chemical synapsis because they increase the intensity of the transmitted signals by increasing the amount of neurotransmitters secreted. The neurotransmitters are the carriers of information from the pre-synaptic—sending—neuron to the post-synaptic—receiving—cell, which results in an action potential.