Griffin Intro

Neurons are the building blocks of our nervous system and they transmit information through electrical and chemical signals. This transmission happens through a process called synaptic transmission, where neurotransmitters are released into the synapse between neurons. At the heart of this intricate web are the neurons, the cellular building blocks of our nervous system. A neuron consists of a cell body, dendrites, and an axon. These specialized cells are the messengers, transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals. But how does this information travel from one neuron to another? This transmission occurs through a captivating process known as synaptic transmission. As an electrical impulse travels down the axon, it reaches the end, prompting the release of neurotransmitters into the synapse, a small gap between neurons.