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Question
Junction between two neurons is called
Options
cell junction
neuro muscular junction
neural joint
synapse
Solution
synapse
Explanation -
Synapse is a small gap between the axon of one neuron and the dendrite of the next neuron. The signals from one neuron are transmitted through chemicals (neurotransmitters) through this synapse to the next neuron.
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