A neurotransmitter is a chemical that:
A) Interprets information
B) Carries information to the cell
C) Transports impulses across the synapse
D) Initiates muscular activity

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A neurotransmitter is a chemical that carries messages (or impulses) across the synapse between neurons, allowing for communication between different parts of the nervous system. While neurotransmitters play a role in the interpretation of information and initiation of muscular activity, their primary function is to transport impulses across the synapse.

A Neurotransmitter Is a Chemical That