The small gap between the consecutive neurons is called

Synapse

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Ridge

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Intercaleted disc

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A Synapse
Synapse is a junction between two neurons which helps in transmission of a signal from one neuron to another. It consists of a neurotransmitter such as acetylcholine that functions to convert the electrical signal to chemical signal.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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