An Artificial Membrane Is Created Consisting of a Lipid Bilayer

question 4

Multiple Choice

An artificial membrane is created consisting of a lipid bilayer without protein molecules in the membrane. The lipid composition of the membrane is the same as that of a normal, biological membrane. Which of the following substances permeates the membrane more readily than water molecules?

• A)Carbon dioxide
• B)Glucose
• C)Glycerol
• D)Sodium
• E)Urea

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