Question

name and briefly describe three ways animal cells communicate

Answer 1

Their are three main ways for cells to connect with each other

1. Gap junctions : specialized intercellular connection between a cells connecting the cytoplasm of two cells, which allows various molecules, ions and electrical impulses to directly pass through a regulated gate between cells.

2.Tight junctions - are multiprotein junctional complexes whose function is to prevent leakage of transported solutes and water.

3. Desmosomes - intercellular junctions that provide strong adhesion between cells giving mechanical strength to tissue