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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Synaptic connections are the communication links between neurons, where information is transmitted via chemical signals called neurotransmitters. These connections allow for the transmission and processing of information in the brain.