Multiple Choice
Electrical synapses differ from chemical synapses in that electrical synapses
A) are characterized by a space between neurons that is approximately 20-30 nm wide.
B) bridge the space between neurons with tiny tubes, allowing the direct flow of ions.
C) make use of neurotransmitters to communicate with the post-synaptic neuron.
D) result in a somewhat slower rate of transmission than chemical synapses.
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