neurotransmitters (noun)
Neurotransmitters are endogenous chemicals that enable neurotransmission. They are a type of chemical messenger which transmits signals across a chemical synapse, such as a neuromuscular junction, from one neuron to another target neuron, muscle cell, or gland cell.
"Researchers are investigating how different neurotransmitters influence our sleep patterns."
Think of 'Neuro' (Nerve) + 'Transmitter' (Radio Tower). A radio tower transmits signals across a gap; neurotransmitters...
Using 'neurotransmitter' for insulin. → Insulin is a hormone.
Spelling it 'nerotransmitter'. → neurotransmitter
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