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in Class 12 by kratos

Epithelial cells in animals are held by specialized junctions, one of them being "Gap junction". Function of a "Gap junction" is to

(A) Facilitate cell-cell communication by rapid transfer of small molecules

(B) Cement the neighbouring cells

(C) Stop substances from leaking

(D) Provide gaps in the tissue to facilitate uptake of small molecules across tissues

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by kratos
 
Best answer

Correct option (A) Facilitate cell-cell communication by rapid transfer of small molecules

Explanation:

Gap junctions are cytoplasmic communications between two epithelial cells for rapid transfer of some ions and small molecule

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