Which of the following is a true difference between electrical and chemical synapses?
A)Electrical synapses are found in the central nervous system.
B)Electrical synapses are the most common type of synapse.
C)Electrical synapses typically send information in one direction (presynaptic cell to postsynaptic cell).
D)Electrical synapses are much faster.

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Electrical synapses are much faster than chemical synapses, as they allow for direct transfer of ions and electrical signals between cells without the need for neurotransmitters to cross the synaptic cleft, which can take time. The other options are not true differences between the two types of synapses.

Which of the Following Is a True Difference Between Electrical