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What happens at the synapse between two neurons?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Synapse**: A synapse is the junction between two neurons where communication occurs. 2. **Structure of Neurons**: Neurons consist of a cell body, dendrites, and an axon. The cell body contains the nucleus and cytoplasm, while dendrites receive signals and the axon transmits them. 3. **Signal Transmission**: When a neuron receives a signal, it travels from the dendrites to the cell body and then down the axon to the axonal end. ...
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