Gap Junctions Are Functional __________ Synapses

question 3

Multiple Choice

Gap junctions are functional __________ synapses.

• A)chemical
• B)electrical
• C)potential
• D)intracellular
• E)neuromuscular

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Definitions:

Interneurons

Neurons that transmit impulses between other neurons, especially as part of reflex arcs and neural circuits.

Sensory Neurons

Nerve cells that are responsible for converting external stimuli from the environment into corresponding internal stimuli.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that initiate and control the movement of muscles by transmitting signals from the brain or spinal cord.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that affects mood, appetite, and sleep, playing a significant role in regulating emotional well-being.