The _ part of plasma membrane controls the fluidity of the membrane:
Correct answer: C. Lipid
- A. Glycoprotein
- B. Carrier prolein
- C. Lipid
- D. Carbohydrate
Explanation
The amount of cholesterol in animal plasma membranes regulates the fluidity of the membrane and changes based on the temperature of the cell's environment. Cholesterol is one of several types of fats (lipids) that play an important role in your body.
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