Suppose neuron X has a synapse onto neuron Y, which has a synapse onto Z. Presume that

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Suppose neuron X has a synapse onto neuron Y, which has a synapse onto Z. Presume that no other neurons or synapses are present. An experimenter finds that stimulating neuron X causes an action potential in neuron Z after a short delay. However, she determines that the synapse of X onto Y is inhibitory. Explain how the stimulation of X might produce excitation of Z.

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Biological Psychology

ISBN: 9781305105409

12th Edition

Authors: James W. Kalat

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