An intercellular junction that allows for direct passage of ions between two neighboring cells is called
A) tight junction
B) receptor junction
C) gap junction
D) desmosome

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Gap junctions allow for direct passage of small molecules and ions between two neighboring cells, while tight junctions prevent the passage of molecules between cells. Receptor junctions and desmosomes do not allow for direct passage of molecules between cells.

An Intercellular Junction That Allows for Direct Passage of Ions