In stratified epithelia adapted to resist mechanical forces, which of the following types of cell- to- cell junctions are especially abundant?
A) gap junctions
B) desmosomes
C) basolateral junctions
D) hemidesmosomes
E) tight junctions

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Desmosomes are especially abundant in stratified epithelia that resist mechanical forces, as they provide strong adhesion between cells, helping to maintain tissue integrity under stress.

In Stratified Epithelia Adapted to Resist Mechanical Forces, Which of the Following