Question

If the postsynaptic cell is an interneuron that uses GABA as a neurotransmitter, the excitation of this cell will result in an action potential in its synaptic targets.
A. True
B. False

Answer 1

Answer:

If the postsynaptic cell is an interneuron that uses GABA as a neurotransmitter, the excitation of this cell will result in an action potential in its synaptic targets.

The answer is OPTION B (False)

Explanation:

Some terms explained:

GABA:

known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), is an amino acid inhibitory neurotransmitter that decreases the neuron's action potential. It is well known to inhibit the activity of signal-receiving neurons.

The neuron will not generate action potentials when the action potential drops below a certain level, thus not excite nearby neurons.

Action potential:

An action potential is self-propagating in nature, is the mode through which a neuron transports electrical signals. Action potential of a neuron has three main stages: hyperpolarization, repolarization, and depolarization.   It occurs when the membrane potential of a specific cell location rapidly rises and falls and it electrotonically depolarizes the membrane of regions in front of it.