The extracellular matrix may influence animal cell behavior by communicating information from the outside to the cytoskeleton of the cell via which of the following molecules or structures?
A)gap junctions
B)tight junctions
C)integrins
D)proteoglycans

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Integrins are membrane proteins that act as receptors for extracellular matrix components such as fibronectin and collagen. They connect the extracellular matrix to the cytoskeleton of the cell, allowing for communication between the outside environment and the inside of the cell.

The Extracellular Matrix May Influence Animal Cell Behavior by Communicating