What is the function of Structure E? A. transport across the plasma membrane B. cell-cell communication C. stabilization of the phospholipids D. detection of environmental change E. structural support of the cell
Biology · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Answer C is correct
stabilization of the phospholipids
In a lipid bilayer, this hydrocarbon tail is embedded in the hydrophobic part of the phospholipids. The insertion is stabilized by van der Waals interactions with the acyl tails of the lipid molecules.