Glutamate differs from other neurotransmitters such as acetylcholine (ACh), dopamine (DA), and serotonin (5HT) in that
A) only specialized neurons in the brain synthesize and release it.
B) it is the only neurotransmitter that causes EPSPs.
C) it plays a role in protein synthesis and cell metabolism.
D) it can only be synthesized by a single chemical reaction.

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Glutamate, unlike acetylcholine, dopamine, and serotonin, has a dual role as both a neurotransmitter and a key molecule in protein synthesis and cell metabolism, reflecting its importance in both neural signaling and general cellular functions.

Glutamate Differs from Other Neurotransmitters Such as Acetylcholine (ACh), Dopamine