This document discusses different types of receptor families and ligand gated ion channels. It describes how ligand gated ion channels work, noting that when ligands bind to these channels, it causes an increase or decrease in ions like sodium, calcium, and potassium. This ion flux leads to either an excitatory or inhibitory effect in the cell or tissue. The presentation provides classifications of receptors and discusses G-protein coupled receptors, enzyme linked receptors, and nuclear receptors. It aims to explain the molecular structure and classification of ligand gated ion channels.