Select the Incorrect Statement About the Plasma Membrane

question 22

Multiple Choice

Select the incorrect statement about the plasma membrane.

• A) cholesterol contributes to its stability.
• B) membrane proteins are inserted in a lipid bilayer.
• C) it consists mostly of proteins.
• D) its lipid bilayer is not a rigid structure.
• E) membrane carbohydrates are only on its outer surface.

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Definitions:

ATP

Adenosine Triphosphate, a molecule that carries energy within cells for metabolism, acting as the primary energy currency in living organisms.

Creatine Phosphate

An energy-storing compound in muscle cells.

Glycogen

A multibranched polysaccharide of glucose that serves as a form of energy storage in animals, fungi, and bacteria.

Skeletal System

The framework of bones and cartilages in the body, providing support, protecting internal organs, and facilitating movement.