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Novosadov [1.4K]
2 years ago
12

Which statement describes the synapse?

Biology
2 answers:
katrin2010 [14]2 years ago
8 0

Answer:

B

Explanation:

Harlamova29_29 [7]2 years ago
4 0
<h2><u>Answer:-</u></h2>

\pink{\bigstar} \large\underline{\underline{\bf\green{Synapse:-}}}

✯ Synapse is the gap between neurons that ensures that information travels in one direction only.

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Therefore, the 2nd statement [B] is correct.

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<h3>\pink{\bigstar} <u>Addit</u><u>ional</u><u> </u><u>Inf</u><u>ormation</u><u>:</u><u>-</u></h3>

A Synapse is a small gap at the end of a neuron that allows a signal to pass from one neuron to the next. Synapses are found where nerve cells connect with other nerve cells. Synapses are the key to the brain's function.

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The term synapse was first introduced in 1897 by Michael Foster in his "Textbook of Physiology" and derived from the Greek synapsis, meaning "conjunction."

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