Neurotransmitter

Pronunciation
/NOO-roh-tran-MIT-er/
Category
Neurophysiology
Singular
Neurotransmitter
Plural
Neurotransmitters

Definition

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses between neurons.

Etymology

From Greek 'neuron' (nerve) and 'transmitter'

Example

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in muscle control.

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