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Synapse

Description:

A synapse is a structure that allows the transmission of signals between nerve cells (neurons) in the brain and nervous system. It acts as a junction connecting the axon terminal of one neuron to the dendrites or cell body of another neuron.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun:

1. The synapse is a crucial component for neural communication.
2. We studied how synaptic transmission occurs across various synapses in the brain.

2. Verb:

1. The neurons synapse to exchange electrical signals.
2. During development, the neurons must synapse with specific targets in order to establish proper neural connections.

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