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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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The cell membrane is described as a fluid mosaic model because:
Options
A It is composed entirely of rigid lipids
B It lacks protein components
C It consists of a dynamic phospholipid bilayer interspersed with proteins
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D Its structure is static and symmetrical
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The fluid mosaic model describes the plasma membrane as a dynamic, fluid bilayer of phospholipids in which various proteins are embedded (forming a 'mosaic'). These components can move laterally within the bilayer.

Hint

'Fluid' refers to movement, 'mosaic' refers to the pattern of proteins.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 877 of 2556
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