NEET NEET SOLVED PAPER 2015 (Re)

  • question_answer
    The function of the gap junction is to                                                                                                     

    A)  performing cementing to keep neighbouring cells together

    B)  facilitate communication between adjoining cells by connecting the cytoplasm for rapid transfer of ions small molecules and some large molecules

    C)  separate two cell from each other

    D)  stop substance from leaking across a tissue

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    A gap junction may nexus or macula communicans. These are specialized intercellular connection between a multitude of animal cell-types. They directly connect the cytoplasm of two cells, which allows various molecules, ions and electrical impulses to directly pass through a regulated gate between cells.


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