NEETBiologyStructural Organisation in AnimalsMCQ+4 / −1
The function of the gap junction is to -
- Afacilitate communication between adjoining cells by connecting the cytoplasm for rapid transfer of ions, small molecules and some large molecules.
- Bseparate two cells from ach other
- Cstop substance from leaking across a tissue
- Dperforming cementing to keep neighbouring cells together
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Correct answer: A
The function of the gap junction is to facilitate communication between adjoining cells by connecting the cytoplasm for rapid transfer of ions, small molecules and some large molecules.
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