Synapses and Neuronal Communication

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Which type of synapse is the most common?

  • Chemical Synapse (correct)
  • Electrical Synapse
  • Both types are equally common
  • None of the above

What is the main difference between a chemical synapse and an electrical synapse?

  • Chemical synapse uses chemical signals, while electrical synapse uses electrical signals (correct)
  • Chemical synapse has gap junctions, while electrical synapse has voltage gated calcium channels
  • Chemical synapse uses electrical signals, while electrical synapse uses chemical signals
  • Chemical synapse is slower than electrical synapse

Where are electrical synapses often found?

  • In the autonomic nervous system
  • In the spinal cord (correct)
  • In the brain
  • In the peripheral nervous system

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