English Explanatory Dictionary

gap junction

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A specialized connection between cells that allows for intercellular communication, or the transfer of low molecular-weight substances.

Word forms

gap junction gap junctions

Synonyms

GJ

Related words

hemijunction connexin

Derived words

AGJ annular gap junction

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