NEET 2026
- Exam
- NEET
- Year
- 2026
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Neural Control and Coordination
NEET 2026 · Zoology · Neural Control and Coordination
The specific receptors for neurotransmitters in a synapse are...
The specific receptors for neurotransmitters in a synapse are present on :
Options
- ASchwann cell
- BPre-synaptic membrane
- CMyelin sheath
- DPost-synaptic membrane
Correct answer
D. Post-synaptic membrane
Step-by-step solution
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.
Answer: Post-synaptic membrane
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.
Answer: Post-synaptic membrane