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Compare and contrast general aspects of electrical synapses and chemical synapses. What is an advantage of each type of synapse?
A short comparison of chemical and electrical synapse properties in the Central Nervous System, including physical properties of each synapse type as well as reasons for requiring both types of synapse in the central nervous system (includes brain and spinal cord).
Description of the general aspects of electrical synapses and chemical synapses, and why each is advantageous in the Central Nervous System.
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