CBSE · Class 10 · Science · Control and CoordinationDefine a synapse. What is its significance?
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A synapse is the functional junction between two neurons, specifically between the axon terminal of one neuron and the dendrite of the next. Its significance lies in allowing the transmission of nerve impulses from one neuron to another using neurotransmitters, ensuring unidirectional flow of information.
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