Gap Junction Definition
noun
An intercellular network of protein channels that facilitates the cell-to-cell passage of ions, hormones, and neurotransmitters.
American Heritage Medicine
(biology) A specialized connection between cells that allows for intercellular communication, or the transfer of low molecular-weight substances.
Wiktionary
Other Word Forms of Gap Junction
Noun
Singular:
gap junction
Plural:
gap junctions
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