In vertebrates, most synapses are chemical, which means that information is transferred from one neuron to the next via
A) neurotransmitters.
B) glucose.
C) myelin.
D) glycogen.
E) direct physical contact.

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Chemical synapses use neurotransmitters to transfer information between neurons. Glucose and glycogen are used for energy storage, while myelin is a fatty substance that covers axons to increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission. Direct physical contact is a form of electrical synapse, which is less common in vertebrates.

In Vertebrates, Most Synapses Are Chemical, Which Means That Information