Sináptica

Sináptica is a term used in neuroscience and biology to describe anything related to a synapse. A synapse is a specialized junction between two nerve cells, or neurons, that allows them to communicate with each other. This communication occurs when an electrical signal triggers the release of chemical messengers, called neurotransmitters, from one neuron, which then bind to receptors on the surface of the next neuron. This binding initiates an electrical or chemical signal in the receiving neuron, thus transmitting information across the synaptic gap.

The term "sináptica" can refer to various aspects of this process. For instance, synaptic transmission is the overall process of signal transfer at the synapse. Synaptic plasticity refers to the ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time, which is believed to be the basis of learning and memory. Synaptic morphology describes the physical structure of a synapse, including the presynaptic terminal, synaptic cleft, and postsynaptic density. Synaptic dysfunction can lead to various neurological and psychiatric disorders. Understanding the sináptica, or the workings of the synapse, is fundamental to comprehending how the brain functions and how it processes information.