The Type of Synapse That Allows the Most Direct Communication

question 107

Multiple Choice

The type of synapse that allows the most direct communication between cells, and therefore the fastest communication, is the ________ synapse.

• A) chemical
• B) electrical
• C) neuromuscular
• D) vesicular
• E) neuroendocrine

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Definitions:

Alginic Acid

A polysaccharide distributed widely in the cell walls of brown algae, used as a food thickener and pharmaceutical ingredient.

Brown Algae

A large group of mostly marine, multicellular algae, including many seaweeds commonly found in colder waters.

Emulsifying Agent

A substance that helps to mix two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, to form a stable mixture called an emulsion.

Pellicle

An outer layer of plasma membrane and elastic proteins that protects and gives shape to many unwalled, single-celled protists.