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The gap between two neurons is called a/an:
The gap between two neurons is called a/an:
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A synapse allows neurons to communicate using electrical and chemical signals.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2025
- Synapse
- Auxin
- Gibberellin
- Diaphragm
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The Correct Option is A
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A synapse is the junction between two neurons where nerve impulses are transmitted via neurotransmitters like acetylcholine. It allows communication between neurons and plays a crucial role in reflexes and cognitive functions.
Incorrect options:
- Auxin (B) & Gibberellin (C): Plant hormones.
- Diaphragm (D): A muscle involved in breathing, not related to neurons.
Incorrect options:
- Auxin (B) & Gibberellin (C): Plant hormones.
- Diaphragm (D): A muscle involved in breathing, not related to neurons.
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