Q559
Choose the wrong one about gap junction.
A.
Present only in Plant cells
AnswerB.
Channel like structure connect cytoplasm of side cells
C.
Constituted of membrane associated proteins named connexins
D.
Only small ions and molecules are allowed to pass from cell to cell
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Gap junction is present only in plant cell is incorrect, while all other statements given in options about gap junction are correct.Gap junctions are found in animal cells also and the third type of direct junction is found within animal cells.
These junctions are channels between adjacent cells that allow for the transport of ions, nutrients, and other substances that enable cells to communicate. It is Constituted of membrane-associated proteins named connexions.