The Epidermis Is Made Up of Epithelial Cells Which Are

question 86

Multiple Choice

The epidermis is made up of epithelial cells which are held tightly together side by side to prevent pathogens from entering the body and to prevent unnecessary water loss. What type of junction holds epithelial cells together to achieve this function?

• A) tight junction
• B) communicating junction
• C) gap junction
• D) anchoring junction

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