Asked by elizabeth lugones on Jul 08, 2024
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An intercalated disc is an example location of ________.
A) hemidesmosome
B) an adhesion belt
C) a striation
D) gap junctions
E) goblet cells
Intercalated Disc
Specialized cell-cell junctions between cardiac muscle cells that facilitate the synchronized contraction of the heart.
Gap Junctions
Specialized intercellular connections that facilitate the direct transfer of ions and small molecules between the cytoplasms of adjacent cells.
Hemidesmosome
Similar to half a desmosome, attaching epithelial cells to the basement membrane.
- Classify tissue varieties by analyzing their purposes and sites within the body.
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Celes MaganaJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Intercalated discs are specialized structures in cardiac muscle cells that contain gap junctions, allowing for direct electrical connections between cells for coordinated contractions.
Learning Objectives
- Classify tissue varieties by analyzing their purposes and sites within the body.