A decrease in cell adhesion by the introduction of cytochalasin to a tissue compromises the structural integrity of the tissue. Which junctional complexes would be affected by this treatment to cause the decrease in the strength of the tissue?

A. adherens junctions
B. desmosomes
C. hemidesmosomes
D. tight junctions


A

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