Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Fluid mosaic membranes

Fluid mosaic membranes — practice question

Which statement about cholesterol’s role in the cell surface membrane is correct?

  • AIt can act as a barrier to the entry into the cell of non-polar molecules.
  • BIt helps the entry and exit of ions through the fatty acids.
  • CIt maintains the fluidity of the membrane at low temperatures.
  • DIt makes the membrane more permeable to very small water-soluble substances.

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