Which of the Following Represents How Easily the Molecules Cross

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents how easily the molecules cross a synthetic membrane composed of phospholipids but not proteins, from most easily (freely permeable) to least easily (not permeable) ?

• A)hydrophobic molecules, ions, small polar molecules, large polar molecules
• B)hydrophobic molecules, small polar molecules, large polar molecules, ions
• C)ions, large polar molecules, small polar molecules, hydrophobic molecules
• D)small polar molecules, large polar molecules, ions, hydrophobic molecules
• E)large polar molecules, small polar molecules, hydrophobic molecules, ions

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Definitions:

Indicated Atom

A specific atom within a molecule that is highlighted or referenced, typically in the context of chemical reactions or structural discussions.

Hybridization

A concept in molecular chemistry that describes the mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals suitable for the pairing of electrons to form chemical bonds.

Indicated Atom

A specific atom within a molecule that is noted or marked for particular identification or analysis.

σ Bonds

The strongest type of covalent chemical bond, formed by the head-on overlapping of atomic orbitals.