The figure shows an axon terminal and synapse. Select the option giving correct identification of labels A-D. [Figure]
- C-Receptor, D-Synaptic vesicles
- A-Axon terminal, B-Serotonin complex
- A-Action potential, C-Neurotransmitter
- B-Neurotransmitter, D-Receptor capsules
Answer
(1) C-Receptor, D-Synaptic vesicles
Solution
In the figure: A = action potential arriving along the axon, B = neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft, C = receptors on the post-synaptic membrane, D = synaptic vesicles in the axon terminal.
As per NCERT, axon terminals contain synaptic vesicles filled with neurotransmitters; the released neurotransmitters bind to their specific receptors present on the post-synaptic membrane.
∴ C-Receptor, D-Synaptic vesicles is correct.
Answer: (1)