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Chapter 15: Q. 15.63 (page 538)

Where are proteins located in cell membranes?

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Peripheral molecules are still only detected on a few of the membrane's surfaces.

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01

Introduction

  • Compulsive overeater lipids and proteins constitute the majority of cytoplasmic membrane.
  • Lipid bilayers and polyphenols are the two main forms of membrane phospholipids (generally cholesterol).
  • The distinguishing feature of lipids is their tendency to absorb freely in alcohols.
02

Given Information

Additionally, they both seem to have a moisture and dissolving portion.

03

Explanation

Integral proteins reach through to the phospholipids towards both surfaces, whereas peripheral molecules are still only detected on a few of the membrane's surfaces.

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