Molecules on the surface of the postsynaptic cell that bind with and respond to neurotransmitters are called:
A) synapses.
B) receptors.
C) neuromodulators.
D) glia.

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Receptors are the molecules on the surface of the postsynaptic cell that specifically bind to neurotransmitters, allowing for the transmission of signals across the synaptic gap.

Molecules on the Surface of the Postsynaptic Cell That Bind