The Cell That Sends Information from to Another Cell Across

Question

The cell that sends information from to another cell across a synapse is called the ________.
A) presynaptic cell
B) glial cell
C) postsynaptic cell
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The presynaptic cell is the cell that sends information across a synapse to another cell, such as a neuron or muscle cell. The postsynaptic cell is the cell that receives the information, and glial cells support and protect the neurons but do not directly participate in synaptic communication.