Which of the following is incorrect with respect to junctions and their functions?

  • A
    Tight junction - Promotes leaking of substances across a tissue
  • B
    Adhering junction - Keep neighbouring cells together
  • C
    Gap junction - Connecting the cytoplasm of adjoining cells for rapid transfer of ions and small molecules
  • D
    Gap junction - Facilitates the cells to communicate with each other

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