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Connexons are protein units that form:

  • A Tight junctions
  • B Gap junctions
  • C Plasmodesmata
  • D Nuclear pores

Correct answer: B. Gap junctions

Explanation: Gap junctions consist of connexons (hemichannels). Two cells each contribute a connexon; together they form a channel for ion/molecule transfer.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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