wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Assertion: Transmission of the nerve impulse across a synapse is accomplished by neurotransmitters.
Reason: Transmission across a synapse usually requires neurotransmitters because there is small space i.e. synaptic cleft, that separates one neuron from another.

A
If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
If the assertion is true and the reason is false
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
If both the assertion and the reason is false
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
E
If the assertion is false but the reason is true
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion
Neurotransmitters need to transmit the nerve impulses through synaptic cleft which is a small part at junction of two neuron.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
similar_icon
Similar questions
View More
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Organisation of the Nervous System
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon