Glucose and Other Larger Substances Are Transported Across Cell Membranes

question 11

Multiple Choice

Glucose and other larger substances are transported across cell membranes

• A) because of their fat solubility.
• B) because they are hydrophilic.
• C) by transporter protein molecules imbedded within the cell membrane.
• D) through gaps in the membrane surface.

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