Cell: The Unit of Life · NEET Preparation Botany
The select permeability of the plasma membrane is primarily due to which of its components?
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The select permeability of the plasma membrane is primarily due to which of its components?
- A.Extrinsic proteins
- B.Lipid bilayerCorrect answer
- C.Polysaccharide coat
- D.Nucleic acids
Solution
The lipid bilayer of the plasma membrane provides the primary permeability barrier. Non-polar molecules can easily pass through it, while polar molecules require carrier proteins or channels.
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