Which of the Following Statements About Gap Junctions Is FALSE

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about gap junctions is FALSE?

• A)Gap junctions are made of connexons.
• B)Molecules up to 1000 daltons in molecular mass can move across gap junctions.
• C)Because gap junctions only allow uncharged molecules to pass through, they are not used for electrically coupling cells.
• D)Gap junctions can close in response to extracellular signals.

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