synapses

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Noun synapsis has 1 sense

synapsis - the side by side pairing of homologous maternal and paternal chromosomes at the start of meiosis
--₁ is a kind of organic process, biological process
--₁ is a part of leptotene

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Synapses:

Definition:

A synapse refers to a structure that allows for communication between neurons in the nervous system. It is the junction where electrical signals from one neuron are transmitted to another neuron or target cells, such as muscles or glands.

Example Sentences:

The firing of action potentials across synapses enables information to be relayed throughout the brain.
During development, synapses are extensively formed and refined, shaping the circuitry of the brain.
Neurotransmitters play a crucial role in transmitting signals across synapses.

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