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Bot GPT 3.5 1. Chemical synaptic transmission: In this type of transmission, neurotransmitters are released from the presynaptic neuron into the synaptic cleft, where they bind to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron, leading to a change in its electrical activity. This is the most common type of synaptic transmission in the nervous system.
2. Electrical synaptic transmission: In this type of transmission, the presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons are connected by gap junctions, allowing for direct electrical communication between the two cells. This type of transmission is faster than chemical synaptic transmission and is often found in networks of neurons that need to synchronize their activity.
3. Modulatory synaptic transmission: In this type of transmission, neuromodulators are released from the presynaptic neuron into the synaptic cleft, where they modulate the strength of neurotransmission between the two neurons. This type of transmission can have longer-lasting effects on the synaptic connection and can influence the overall activity of neural circuits.