Synaptic Vesicles
Also known as: Vesicles
Description
Synaptic Vesicles are small sacs located within the Presynaptic Terminal of Axons of Neurons that each contain thousands of molecules of a given Neurotransmitter. Each Presynaptic Terminal contains thousands of Synaptic Vesicles.
Biological Function of Synaptic Vesicles
Nervous System
Synaptic Vesicles are involved in the storage and release of Neurotransmitters during the course of Nerve Impulses:
Neurotransmitters are synthesized and stored with Synaptic Vesicles.
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