How do desmosomes differ from hemidesmosomes in terms of their structural components and functions?

• A. Desmosomes link cells to the extracellular matrix, while hemidesmosomes link cells to each other using actin filaments.
• B. Desmosomes link epithelial cells to each other using cadherins and intermediate filaments, while hemidesmosomes link epithelial cells to the basal lamina.
• C. Desmosomes use integrins to connect cells, while hemidesmosomes use cadherins.
• D. Desmosomes and hemidesmosomes both use actin filaments to connect cells to the basal lamina.

Answer: (B)