Asked by Courtney Coleman on Jul 18, 2024
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What happens at a synapse?
A) something very synful
B) storage of nutrients for later use
C) release of a chemical that affects another cell
D) increased production of myelin
Synapse
The junction between two neurons or a neuron and a muscle, through which nerve impulses pass.
- Outline the architecture and role of synapses in the transmission of neural signals.
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Makyba MondsJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
At a synapse, a chemical neurotransmitter is released by the presynaptic neuron that interacts with receptors on the postsynaptic neuron. This chemical interaction can either excite or inhibit the postsynaptic neuron, thus affecting the transmission of information between neurons.
Learning Objectives
- Outline the architecture and role of synapses in the transmission of neural signals.
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