Neurons and Neurotransmitters

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Across
  1. 2. Tiny gap between neurons where neurotransmission occurs
  2. 3. Common excitatory neurotransmitter involved in learning and memory
  3. 7. Neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation
  4. 9. Drug that blocks or impedes the effects of a neurotransmitter
  5. 10. Inhibitory neurotransmitter that reduces anxiety
  6. 13. A tube-like structure that transmits electrical impulses away from the neuron cell body
  7. 16. Sacs in the terminal buttons that store neurotransmitters
  8. 18. Neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and motivation
Down
  1. 1. A resting neuron has a slightly negative charge across their membrane known as this
  2. 4. Branch-like extensions from a neuron that receives incoming signals
  3. 5. A neuron’s electrical signal that travels down the axon
  4. 6. Chemical messengers that travel across the synapse
  5. 8. Drug that mimics or enhances the effects of a neurotransmitter
  6. 11. Neurotransmitter that acts as a natural painkiller
  7. 12. Process by which neurotransmitters are reabsorbed into the presynaptic cell
  8. 14. Fatty coating of axons that speeds electrical signal transmission
  9. 15. Neurotransmitter involved in arousal and cognitive function
  10. 17. The neuron cell body containing the nucleus