Cells in the epidermis of the skin need to be held tightly together so that an impermeable barrier to fluids is created. What type of junction performs this function?
A) tight junction
B) intercalated disc
C) gap junction
D) desmosome

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Tight junctions are specialized connections between adjacent cells that create a seal, preventing the passage of fluids and molecules between the cells, thus forming an impermeable barrier.

Cells in the Epidermis of the Skin Need to Be