The Membrane Connections That Prevent the Leaking of Fluid Between

Question

The membrane connections that prevent the leaking of fluid between cells are called ________.
A) gap junctions
B) tight junctions
C) desmosomes
D) microvilli

Accepted Answer

Tight junctions are the membrane connections that prevent the leaking of fluid and other materials between adjacent cells. Gap junctions and desmosomes also provide connections between cells, but they do not function to prevent fluid leakage. Microvilli are small projections on the surface of some cells that increase their surface area.