The action of tetanospasmin,the toxin responsible for tetanus,interferes with the
A)production of action potentials.
B) production of EPSPs.
C)production of IPSPs.
D)presynaptic facilitation.

Question

The action of tetanospasmin,the toxin responsible for tetanus,interferes with the 
A)production of action potentials. 
B) production of EPSPs.​ 
C)production of IPSPs. 
D)presynaptic facilitation.

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Tetanospasmin blocks the release of inhibitory neurotransmitters, preventing the production of IPSPs (inhibitory postsynaptic potentials), leading to muscle spasms and rigidity.

The Action of Tetanospasmin,the Toxin Responsible for Tetanus,interferes with the