Electrical synapses send ions and other small particles directly between cells via gap junctions. This allows
A) communication to occur in both directions
B) faster speed of communication
C) groups of cells to be linked together so that they seem to act as a unit
D) All of these options are possible because of gap junctions.

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Gap junctions allow for direct communication between cells, regardless of direction, which can result in faster communication and linking of groups of cells to act as a unit. Therefore, all of the options listed are possible because of gap junctions.

Electrical Synapses Send Ions and Other Small Particles Directly Between