Which of the following are tiny sacs in an axon terminal that release chemicals into the synapse?
A) synaptic vesicles
B) synaptic nodes
C) terminal buttons
D) synaptic gaps

Question

Which of the following are tiny sacs in an axon terminal that release chemicals into the synapse?
A) synaptic vesicles 
B) synaptic nodes
C) terminal buttons 
D) synaptic gaps

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Synaptic vesicles are tiny sacs found in axon terminals that contain neurotransmitters. These vesicles release neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft (the small gap between the sending neuron and the receiving neuron) in response to an action potential.

Which of the Following Are Tiny Sacs in an Axon