Cell Membrane Junctions Flashcards

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Cells are bound together in 3 ways:

A
  1. Glycoproteins - cellular glue.
  2. Membrane wave contours - tongue & groove.
  3. Cell membrane junctions.
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Impermeable junctions. Leak proof. Like zipper. Prevent substances to pass through space between the cells.

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Tight junctions

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Anchoring junctions. Rivets. Prevents cells to be pulled apart. Button-like thickenings.

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Desmosomes

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4
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Communication between cells. Hollow cylinder proteins. Molecules travel directly through these channels.

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Gap junctions

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