Directions : In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason.
Assertion : Gap junctions perform cementing function to keep the neighbouring cells together.
Reason : Tight junctions facilitate the cells to communicate with each other by connecting the cytoplasm of adjoining cells, for rapid transfer of ions, small and big molecules, etc.
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If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
2
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
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If assertion is true but reason is false.
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If both assertion and reason are false.