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)intercalated disc
B)tight junction
C)desmosome
D)gap junction

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Tight junctions create a barrier between cells and prevent the movement of fluids between cells, making them ideal for creating an impermeable barrier between cells such as in the epidermis of the skin.

Cells in the Epidermis of the Skin Need to Be