Multiple choice

Gap junctions are intercellular channels, which ensure a supply of nutrients to cells of an organ that are not in direct contact with the blood. Which of the following proteins help in forming gap junctions?

  1. Glycoproteins

  2. Connexin

  3. Aquaporins

  4. Integral proteins

  5. Peripheral proteins
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B Correct answer
Explanation

They are gap junction proteins. They are a family of structurally related transmembrane proteins that assemble to form vertebrate gap junctions.

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