Reference no: EM133319808

In order for the neuron to communicate with the muscle cell, the action potential must move from the presynaptic membrane to the post synaptic membrane. Would the absence of the Golgi apparatus influence the communication of the presynaptic membrane with the post synaptic membrane? (Consider how proteins get embedded into the plasma membrane.)

1. No, this would not communication between the two membranes since the Golgi does not produce neurotransmitters.

2. Yes, this would affect communication between the two membranes since the secretory vesicles are created by the Golgi so that the neurotransmitter can be released by exocytosis.

3. Yes, this would affect communication between the two membranes since the Golgi is responsible for altering the neurotransmitter making it hydrophobic and therefore making it possible for neurotransmitter to pass through the phospholipid bilayer.