In spatial summation, the combined effect of inhibitory neurotransmitters can prevent an action potential even with excitatory input.
If inhibitory neurotransmitters are released during spatial summation, their effect may counteract excitatory neurotransmitters, preventing an action potential.
| Front | What occurs if inhibitory neurotransmitters released in spatial summation |
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| Back | Total effect of all neurotransmitters may be no action potential if more inhibitory neurotransmitters than excitatory |
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