Synaptic delay is caused by
A) neurotransmitter diffusion.
B) binding of acetylcholine to post-synaptic receptors.
C) calcium influx and neurotransmitter release.
D) production and transport of neurotransmitter within the neuron.
E) the lack of permeability of the post-synaptic membrane.

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Synaptic delay is primarily due to the time required for calcium influx and the subsequent release of neurotransmitter from the presynaptic neuron.

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