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The function of the gap junction is to...

The function of the gap junction is to

A

stop substance from leaking across a tissue

B

performing cementing to keep neighbouring cells together

C

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

D

separate two cells from each other.

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C
Functiion of gap juction is to facilitate communication between adjoining cell by connecting the cytoplasm for rapid transfer of ions, small molecule and some large molecules.
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