Gap junction
Gap junctions are the special structures that form the communication channels between animal cells. They allow for the direct exchange of ions, molecules, and electrical signals between adjacent cells, facilitating coordination and communication within tissues.
They are connections between animal cells which connects the cytoplasm between the cells; in neurons, they are electrical synapses.
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Plant cells interact with neighboring cells through the plasmodesmata, which are channels that traverse the cell walls and connect adjacent cells. This structure allows for the exchange of molecules such as nutrients, hormones, and signaling molecules between cells, facilitating communication and coordination in plant tissues. Through these connections, plant cells can coordinate growth, respond to environmental signals, and maintain tissue integrity.
Neurological connections refer to the communication pathways between brain cells, known as neurons. These connections allow neurons to transmit electrical and chemical signals to one another, enabling various brain functions like thinking, feeling, and moving. The strength and formation of these connections can change over time in response to experiences, learning, and development.
Intercalated disks
"synapses"
Connected together by tightly wove tight junctions. looser connections called desmosomes and connection " tunnels " between cells, for selected passage of some substances, and called gap junctions.
Cells are held together by various types of connections, the main ones being tight junctions, adherens junctions, desmosomes, and gap junctions. These connections provide structural support and communication between adjacent cells, maintaining the integrity of tissues and organs. Each type of connection serves a specific function in terms of adhesion, communication, or barrier formation.
A synapse is a structure that allows communication between nerve cells in the brain. It is where electrical signals are transmitted from one neuron to another through the release of neurotransmitters. This communication enables the brain to process information and generate responses.
tight junctions
communication between cells