Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Fluid mosaic membranes

Fluid mosaic membranes — practice question

The diagrams illustrate four fatty acids, and each contains a chain of 18 carbon atoms. Which fatty acid would, when included in a phospholipid molecule, make the greatest contribution to the fluidity of a cell surface membrane?

    Worked solution & mark scheme

    This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

    • Full mark scheme, point by point
    • Step-by-step worked solution
    • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI