Which neurotransmitter is inhibitory in the CNS?
- A. Glutamate
- B. GABA
- C. Dopamine
- D. Serotonin
Explanation
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the CNS, causing Cl- influx and hyperpolarization.
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