Which of the following statements describes a primary function of integrins?
A) connecting intermediate filaments to microtubules involved in vesicular transport
B) linking the primary and secondary cell walls in plants
C) transmitting signals from the extracellular matrix to the cytoskeleton
D) transmitting chemical signals from the Golgi apparatus to the plasma membrane

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Integrins are transmembrane proteins that play a crucial role in cell adhesion, connecting the extracellular matrix to the cytoskeleton. They transmit signals from the extracellular environment into the cell, influencing cell behavior, migration, and survival.

Which of the Following Statements Describes a Primary Function of Integrins