Sends Signals

Definition

Sending signals refers to the process in which a neuron transmits electrical impulses, known as action potentials, to other neurons or cells in order to communicate information.

Related terms

Receives Signals: Neurons not only send signals but also receive them. This term refers to the process by which neurons detect and capture incoming electrical impulses from other neurons.

Synapse:

A synapse is the tiny gap between two neurons where communication occurs. It's like a meeting point or junction where one neuron's signal can pass on to another.

Neurotransmitters:

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that help transmit signals across synapses. They act as couriers carrying information from one neuron to another.