Despite their name, many types of cell junction are not very strong at joining and holding cells together. The cell junctions that best keep cells from being pulled apart are
A) tight junctions.
B) gap junctions.
C) desmosomes.
D) zonula occludens.

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Desmosomes are specialized structures in the plasma membrane that provide strong adhesion between cells, making them particularly effective at keeping cells from being pulled apart. They are found in tissues that experience significant mechanical stress, such as skin and cardiac muscle.

Despite Their Name, Many Types of Cell Junction Are Not