Question

question 9 of 10
cells in the nervous system communicate to each other across gaps called:
a. dendrites.
b. somas.
c. axons.
d. synapses.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Dendrites are parts of a neuron that receive signals, not the gap between neurons.
• Option B: Somas (cell bodies) are the main part of a neuron, not a gap.
• Option C: Axons are the parts of neurons that transmit signals away from the cell body, not a gap.
• Option D: Synapses are the junctions (gaps) between neurons where they communicate.

Answer:

D. synapses.