Which of the following is NOT true about the plasma (cell) membrane? A. The memb
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Question
Which of the following is NOT true about the plasma (cell) membrane?
A. The membrane is composed of a phospolipid bilayer.
B. The cell membrane contains proteins which regulate the passage of substances into and out of the cell.
C. Transmembrane proteins act to store amino acids for use in oxidative phosphorylation.
D. Cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) help to form intercellular connections.
A. The membrane is composed of a phospolipid bilayer.
B. The cell membrane contains proteins which regulate the passage of substances into and out of the cell.
C. Transmembrane proteins act to store amino acids for use in oxidative phosphorylation.
D. Cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) help to form intercellular connections.
Explanation / Answer
Answer - C. Since oxidative phosphorylation occurs in inner membrane of mitochondria.