§Synapse [SIN-aps]ajunction between the axon tip
of the sending neuron and the dendrite or cell
body of the receiving neuron. This tiny gap is
called the synaptic gap or cleft.
OBJECTIVE 4-4|
Describe how nerve cells communicate. Synapse was coined by Lord
Sherrington (1857-1952) who inferred it through behavioral experiments. Cajal
(1852-1934) described the synapse based on his anatomical studies of the
brain.
