Asked by Ravneet Nanda on May 03, 2024

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Identify the type of synapse that includes a presynaptic cell, synaptic cleft, and postsynaptic cell.

A) Chemical
B) Electrical
C) Direct
D) Indirect
E) Neurotransmitter

Synapse

The junction between two neurons or a neuron and a muscle or gland cell, where electrical or chemical signals are transmitted.

Presynaptic Cell

A presynaptic cell refers to the neuron that sends a message across the synaptic cleft, releasing neurotransmitters from its axon terminal.

Synaptic Cleft

The small gap between the presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons across which neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals.

  • Understand the structure and function of synapses, including differences between chemical and electrical synapses.
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Winfrida NyaberiMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Chemical synapses include a presynaptic cell, synaptic cleft, and postsynaptic cell, where neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals from one neuron to another.