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The synaptic gap, also known as synaptic cleft, is a tiny space between two neurons where communication occurs through the exchange of neurotransmitters.
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This refers to both sides of the synaptic gap – where two neurons meet for communication.
Presynaptic Neuron: This is the transmitting neuron located on one side of synapse; it sends out signals into synaptic gap.
Located on other side of synapse, this is the receiving neuron that picks up signals from synaptic gap.