Neurotransmitter
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Neurotransmitter:
Imagine you're trying to get a message to a friend at a crowded concert. Just like how you might pass a note or shout loudly to convey your message amidst the noise, neurotransmitters act as the "messengers" that carry signals between neurons. In this analogy, the note or your voice represents the neurotransmitter, the crowded concert is like the synapse (the gap between neurons), and your friend is the neighboring neuron receiving the message. This illustrates how neurotransmitters bridge the gap and ensure communication continues effectively between nerve cells, even in complex environments.
Practice Version
Neurotransmitter: A chemical that transmits nerve impulses from a neuron, across a synapse. Neurotransmitter. A neurotransmitter is a chemical messenger that helps nerve cells communicate with each other.