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Anatomy of a Synapse
2.2.2 part 2
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Synapse
:
microscopic gaps
that
separate
the
terminal
buttons of the one neuron from
receptors
Axon Terminal
: small
swellings
that are found at
terminal
ends of
axons.
Action Potential
: rapid sequence of
changes
in the
voltage
across a
membrane
Neurotransmitter
:
endogenous
chemicals that allow neurons to
communicates
vesicle
: small
fluid-filled
bladder
myelin sheath
:
insulating
layer that covers/
forms
around
nerves
receptors
: binds specific
substance
to make a
special effect
to the cell
presynaptic
neuron: transmits
towards synapses
postsynaptic neuron:
integrates signals
and
decides
what goes next