Neurons in which the ion channels from one cell connect directly with ion channels on another cell are called:
A) gap junctions.
B) electrical synapses.
C) chemical synapses.
D) Both gap junctions and electrical synapses are correct.

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Gap junctions are structures that allow direct electrical communication between cells, and electrical synapses are the type of synapse that uses gap junctions for this purpose.

Neurons in Which the Ion Channels from One Cell Connect