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Na
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channels:
These channels are found on the axon. make action potentials. These channels block themselves (inactivate) after a short time.
K
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channels:
These channels are found all over the neuron. They turn off activity.
Glutamate receptors:
These channels are found at the synapse. They detect glutamate and turn on the neuron. Glutamate is a neurotransmitter.
GABA receptors:
These channels are found at the synapse. They detect GABA and turn off the neuron. GABA is a neurotransmitter.
Battery
Glutamate
Activators
GABA
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