Neural Signals

Definition

Neural signals refer to the electrical and chemical messages that are transmitted within the nervous system, allowing for communication between neurons.

Related terms

Neurons:

Neurons are specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit and process neural signals.

Action Potential:

Action potential is an electrical impulse that occurs when a neuron is stimulated, allowing for the transmission of a neural signal.

Synapse:

A synapse is a small gap between two neurons where neurotransmitters are released to pass on the neural signal from one neuron to another.