Cyclodextrins Are a Group of Compounds Capable of Removing Cholesterol

question 46

Multiple Choice

Cyclodextrins are a group of compounds capable of removing cholesterol from membranes.The effect most likely to have a large impact on cells as a result of cyclodextrin treatment would be

• A)increased concentration of transmembrane proteins.
• B)increased permeability of the membrane.
• C)increased membrane fluidity at lower temperatures.
• D)increased membrane fluidity at higher temperatures.
• E)disruption of transmembrane protein structure.

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