Figure 4.23A

-What are the structures labeled E in the accompanying figure?
A) Plasmodesmata
B) Basement membranes
C) Tight junctions
D) Gap junctions
E) Adhering junctions

Question

Figure 4.23A
 
-What are the structures labeled E in the accompanying figure?  
A) Plasmodesmata 
B) Basement membranes 
C) Tight junctions 
D) Gap junctions 
E) Adhering junctions

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gap junctions are structures that allow cells to communicate with each other by permitting the passage of molecules and ions directly from the cytoplasm of one cell to the cytoplasm of another, facilitating intercellular communication.

Figure 4.23A -What Are the Structures Labeled E in the Accompanying Figure