Question

In plants, __________ are the cell junctions that allow the free exchange of small molecules that assist in communication. In animal cells, similar cell junctions are known as __________.

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Plasmodesmata

2. Gap junctions

Explanation:

In a multicellular organism, the cell communicates to another cell in via direct cell to cell contact between them which allows the cells to perform intercellular communication which differs in the plant, animal and fungal cell.

In-plant cell, the intercellular communication takes place through the plasmodesmata connections which are formed between two adjacent plant cell walls. The plasmodesmata connection allows the exchange of cytoplasmic material between the cells.

In animal cells, the cells communicate to another cell through Gap junctions which are formed by the connexon pores which allows the exchange of material between animal cells.

Thus, Plasmodesmata and Gap junctions are correct.