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Why electrical synapses work in two directions but chemical synapses transmit information only in one direction?

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To understand why electrical synapses work in two directions while chemical synapses transmit information only in one direction, we can break down the explanation into several steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Synapse**: - A synapse is the junction between two neurons where nerve impulses are transmitted from one neuron to another. 2. **Types of Synapses**: ...
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