Chemical Synapse

A chemical synapse is a specialized junction that enables communication between neurons (nerve cells) in the nervous system. It is the most common type of synapse in the nervous system, and it allows for the transmission of signals in one direction only, from the presynaptic neuron to the postsynaptic neuron.At a chemical synapse, the presynaptic neuron releases neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft, which is the narrow gap between the presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons. The neurotransmitters then bind to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, causing changes in the membrane potential of the postsynaptic neuron. This process is known as synaptic transmission.