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Chapter 18: Nervous System
18.11:
The Synapse
18.11:
The Synapse
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Naptic Cell
Initiating A Response In The Receiving Neuron. The Binding Of Neurotransmitters To Receptors Can Either Excite Or Inhibit The Postsynaptic Neuron
Depending On The Specific Neurotransmitter And Receptor Involved.Once The Neurotransmitters Have Fulfilled Their Role In Transmitting The Signal
They Are Either Taken Back Up Into The Presynaptic Cell Through A Process Called Reuptake
Or They Are Broken Down By Enzymes In The Synaptic Cleft. This Ensures That The Signal Is Terminated And Allows For Precise Control Of Neuronal Communication.The Synapse Is A Crucial Component Of Neural Communication
Allowing For The Transmission Of Information Between Neurons. It Plays A Vital Role In Processes Such As Learning
Memory
And Coordination Of Bodily Functions. Understanding The Functioning Of Synapses Is Essential In Unraveling The Complexities Of The Nervous System And Developing Treatments For Neurological Disorders
