Which cell junction type is most abundant in the junctional epithelium of the gingiva?

Which cell junction type is most abundant in

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AHemidesmosomes
BDesmosomes
CGap junctions
DTight junctions

✓ Correct answer: B. Desmosomes Desmosomes are the most abundant cell junction type in the junctional epithelium of the gingiva. They provide mechanical strength to maintain the epithelial attachment to the tooth surface under mechanical stress.

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