3 Questions
Gap junctions allow for the exchange of which of the following?
Ions
Which proteins make up the connexons in gap junctions?
Connexin proteins
What do tightly packed connexons create in gap junctions?
Plaques
Study Notes
Gap Junctions
- Gap junctions allow for the exchange of ions, metabolites, and signaling molecules between adjacent cells.
- Connexins are the proteins that make up the connexons in gap junctions.
- Tightly packed connexons create a channel or pore in gap junctions, allowing for direct communication between cells.
Test your knowledge on gap junctions and their role in communication and exchange between cells. Learn about the structure of connexons, the formation of gap junctional plaques, and the types of molecules that can pass through these channels.
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