Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2010 2010Moderate

All cell membranes are composed of:

Correct answer: C. Lipo protein

  • A. Proteins
  • B. Lipids
  • C. Lipo protein
  • D. Cellulose

Explanation

Lipids → mainly phospholipids, form the bilayer (structural framework).Proteins → embedded or attached, responsible for transport, receptors, enzymes.Together, they form a lipoprotein complex.All cell membranes are composed of lipoproteins (lipids + proteins).

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