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The function of the gap junction is to...

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 cells from each other

D

stop substance from leaking across a tissue.

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b
A gap junction may nexus or macula communicans. These are specialised mtercellular connection between a multitude of ammal 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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