Cells within an epithelium are held together by special connections called junctions. Which junction provides a direct passageway for small molecules to pass from one cell to another?
A. Glial junctions
B. Tight junctions
C. Adhering junctions
D. Gap junctions
E. Desmosomes
Answer: D
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