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It's the connection point between pieces of the nerves.
It's where 2 nerves pass on a signal.
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Which reflex shows the least synaptic delay?
human physiology
Functional connection between two neurons is a?
functional connection between two neurons is the transmission of electrical signals from one neuron to another through a synapse. When an electrical impulse reaches the axon terminal of the pre-synaptic neuron, it triggers the release of neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft. These neurotransmitters then bind to receptors on the post-synaptic neuron, allowing the electrical signal to be transmitted and continue the communication between neurons.
The fluid-filled space between the synaptic knob of one cell and the dendrites of the next cell is called the?
axonic connection
What is synaptic potential?
synaptic potential
The are sack-like structures found inside the synaptic knob containing chemicals?
synaptic vesicles
What is the function of synaptic knob of axon terminal?
"When a nerve impulse reaches the synaptic knob at the end of an axon, synaptic vesicles release a neurotransmitter that diffuses across the synaptic cleft and binds to specific receptors on the postsyanptic membrane" Above From:Hole's essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (tenth edition) page=220, figure9.9 Quick definition of the "Synaptic knob- Tiny enlargement at the end of an axon that secretes a neurotransmitter." Above From: Same book as before (Hole's essentials of Human...) page= 584 (Glossary)
What technology would be required to make a synaptic map of a living human's brain?
To create a synaptic map of a living human's brain, advanced imaging technologies such as electron microscopy combined with artificial intelligence algorithms would be necessary. These technologies would enable the high-resolution imaging and mapping of synaptic connections in real-time in a non-invasive manner. Additionally, the use of techniques like optogenetics to manipulate and understand the function of these synaptic connections could provide valuable insights into brain function and connectivity.
What is the small space separating pre and post-synaptic neurons?
synaptic cleft (also known as "synaptic gap")
What causes calcium ions to enter the synaptic bulb?
The nerve signal arrives at a synaptic knob and causes calcium channels to open. This allows the calcium ions to enter the synaptic knob. Calcium ions entry into the synaptic knob triggers exocytosis of synaptic vesicles, which release acetylcholine into the synaptic cleft.
Is synaptic transmission always from pre to post synaptic?
Yes
What are synaptic gaps?
Synaptic gaps are the spaces between neurons.
What are the tiny sacs found within the terminal button which release chemicals into the synapse?
The tiny sacs in the synaptic knob are known as synaptic vessels. The synaptic vessels release chemicals into the bloodstream with each synapse.
