Which of the Following Is True Regarding Membrane Function

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding membrane function?

• A) a caveola contains a very high concentration of cholesterol and unsaturated phospholipids
• B) scaffolding proteins, particularly those containing BAR domains, result in curvature of the cell membrane
• C) lateral membrane diffusion within a biological membrane is a completely unrestricted process
• D) membrane fusion with vesicles is often accomplished with the aid of a SNARE protein
• E) both b and d are correct

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