Which one of the following is a major difference between integrins and cadherins?
A)Integrins are integral membrane proteins, whereas cadherins are not.
B)Cadherins are found in cellular junctions, whereas integrins are not.
C)Integrins allow cells to adhere to the extracellular matrix, whereas cadherins do not.
D)Cadherins associate with intermediate filaments, whereas integrins do not.

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Integrins allow cells to adhere to the extracellular matrix, whereas cadherins are involved in cell-cell adhesion. This is a major difference between the two types of proteins. The other options are incorrect as cadherins are integral membrane proteins, are found in cellular junctions, and associate with intermediate filaments.

Which One of the Following Is a Major Difference Between