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What is the primary distinction between integral and peripheral proteins in membrane structure?
What is the primary distinction between integral and peripheral proteins in membrane structure?
- Their location within the membrane bilayer (correct)
- Their function in transport mechanisms
- Their affinity for carbohydrates
- Their molecular weight
Which type of endocytosis is involved in the uptake of large particles such as viruses or bacteria?
Which type of endocytosis is involved in the uptake of large particles such as viruses or bacteria?
- Phagocytosis (correct)
- Receptor-mediated endocytosis
- Pinocytosis
- Exocytosis
What is the primary function of coated pits in receptor-mediated endocytosis?
What is the primary function of coated pits in receptor-mediated endocytosis?
- To synthesize macromolecules
- To recognize and bind to specific molecules
- To regulate membrane fluidity
- To internalize the receptor-ligand complex (correct)
Which of the following molecules is NOT an example of a macromolecule released from the cell through exocytosis?
Which of the following molecules is NOT an example of a macromolecule released from the cell through exocytosis?
What is the primary difference between membrane transport of small molecules and macromolecules?
What is the primary difference between membrane transport of small molecules and macromolecules?
What is the function of glycoproteins in membrane structure?
What is the function of glycoproteins in membrane structure?
What is a primary function of the cell membrane?
What is a primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?
Which type of lipid molecule is characterized by its hydroxyl group facing the aqueous interface?
Which type of lipid molecule is characterized by its hydroxyl group facing the aqueous interface?
What is the term used to describe the property of membrane lipids that contain both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions?
What is the term used to describe the property of membrane lipids that contain both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions?
What is the primary function of phospholipids in the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of phospholipids in the cell membrane?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell membrane?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell membrane?
