The effects of acetylcholine on the postsynaptic ion channel are mainly due to:

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Acetylcholine binding to the postsynaptic ion channel induces a conformational change in the protein that opens the ion channel. This allows ions to flow across the membrane, triggering an action potential. There is no evidence to suggest that cyclic nucleotide synthesis, protein cleavage, protein phosphorylation, or protein synthesis play a significant role in the effects of acetylcholine on the postsynaptic ion channel.

The Effects of Acetylcholine on the Postsynaptic Ion Channel Are