True about electrical synapses:
$(I)$. Pre and postsynaptic neurons are in very close proximity.
$(II)$. Pre and postsynaptic neurons are separated by a synaptic cleft.
$(III)$. Impulse transmission is very fast.
$(IV)$. Electrical synapses are common in our system.
Select the correct option.

  • A
    $(I), (II), (III)$ and $(IV)$
  • B
    $(I)$ and $(III)$
  • C
    $(II)$ and $(IV)$
  • D
    $(I)$ and $(II)$

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