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what structure seals the space between two cells and makes it impermeab…

Question

what structure seals the space between two cells and makes it impermeable?
a) tight junctions
b) adherens junctions
c) glycocalyx
d) desmosomes

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Tight junctions form a continuous seal between cells, preventing the passage of substances through the intercellular space, making it impermeable. Adherens junctions mainly provide cell - cell adhesion. Glycocalyx is a carbohydrate - rich layer on the cell surface with functions like cell recognition. Desmosomes are strong cell - cell adhesion structures but do not make the intercellular space impermeable.

Answer:

a) Tight junctions