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Unidirectional transmission of nerve impulse is maintained by

A
Synapses
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Myelin sheath
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C
Membrane polarity
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D
Interneurons
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Solution

The correct option is C Synapses
The junctions between two neurons are called as synapses. These ensure one-way or unidirectional transmission of impulses, as neurotransmitters are released from presynaptic end only and their receptors are present on the postsynaptic end only.
Hence, the correct answer is (A)

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