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[A] : In mammals, ends of presynaptic f...

[A] : In mammals, ends of presynaptic fibres are enlarged to form synaptic Knobs which are separated by a synaptic cleft from postsynaptic neurons. Each synaptic knob contains many mitochondria and small gran- ule-Iike synaptic vesicles filled with minute packets of the chemical that transmits im- pulses to postsynaptic neurons.
[R]: The chemical transmitters are called neurohumors which proportionate to `K^+` in- flux.

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If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

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If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

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If A is true and R is false

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If both A and R are false

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To analyze the assertion and reason statements provided in the question, we can break down the concepts step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Assertion (A)**: - The assertion states that in mammals, the ends of presynaptic fibers are enlarged to form synaptic knobs. - These synaptic knobs are separated from postsynaptic neurons by a space known as the synaptic cleft. - Each synaptic knob contains many mitochondria and synaptic vesicles filled with neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that transmit impulses to the postsynaptic neurons. 2. **Analyzing the Structure**: - The presynaptic neuron ends in a structure called the axon terminal, which is swollen to form the synaptic knob. - Within the synaptic knob, synaptic vesicles store neurotransmitters (e.g., acetylcholine). - The synaptic cleft is the gap between the presynaptic and postsynaptic membranes. 3. **Understanding the Role of Neurotransmitters**: - When an action potential reaches the synaptic knob, neurotransmitters are released into the synaptic cleft. - These neurotransmitters bind to receptors on the postsynaptic membrane, leading to the generation of a new action potential in the postsynaptic neuron. 4. **Understanding the Reason (R)**: - The reason states that the chemical transmitters are called neurohumors, which are proportional to K+ influx. - This statement is misleading because the primary neurotransmitter action involves sodium (Na+) influx rather than potassium (K+) influx. 5. **Conclusion**: - The assertion (A) is true as it accurately describes the structure and function of synaptic knobs and neurotransmitter release. - The reason (R) is false because it incorrectly associates neurotransmitter action with K+ influx instead of Na+ influx. - Therefore, the correct answer is that A is true and R is false. ### Final Answer: - Assertion (A) is true, and Reason (R) is false. ---
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