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which type of junction permits the free diffusion of ions and small mol…

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which type of junction permits the free diffusion of ions and small molecules between two cells? tight junctions anchoring junctions gap junctions voltage - regulated junctions i dont know yet

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Tight junctions prevent diffusion. Anchoring junctions attach cells. Gap junctions have channels for ion/small molecule diffusion. Voltage - regulated junctions aren't for this diffusion. So gap junctions are correct.

Answer:

C. Gap junctions