Asked by Morgan Lancaster on Jun 11, 2024
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Synapses in which gap junctions allow ions to diffuse quickly from cell to cell are called ________ synapses.
A) electrical
B) chemical
Synapses
The junctions through which neurons signal to each other or to non-neuronal cells, allowing the transmission of electrical or chemical signals.
Gap Junctions
Specialized intercellular connections that allow for direct chemical and electrical communication between adjacent cells, facilitating the synchronization of cell activities.
Electrical Synapses
Specialized junctions through which cells of the nervous system signal to each other via direct flow of electric current.
- Acquire knowledge about the structure and functionality of synapses, with emphasis on the distinctions between chemical and electrical synapses.
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Yisell GarciaJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Electrical synapses involve gap junctions that allow ions to diffuse directly between cells, enabling rapid communication. Chemical synapses, in contrast, involve the release of neurotransmitters across a synaptic cleft.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the structure and functionality of synapses, with emphasis on the distinctions between chemical and electrical synapses.