⚡️Synapses are the meeting points between neurons that allow for communication and turning the structure of the nervous system into a functional system.
🧠The human brain contains around 100 billion neurons, with each neuron having thousands of synapses, resulting in trillions of synapses in total.
💻Synapses are like tiny computers, capable of running different programs simultaneously and adapting based on neuron firing patterns.
🔌Electrical synapses allow for fast communication between neurons, while chemical synapses provide more control and precision.
🌿Neurotransmitters play a crucial role in chemical synapses, determining whether the postsynaptic neuron gets excited or inhibited.