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How does high temperature affect the membrane?

A. Increases fluidity
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B. Decreases fluidity
C. No effect
D. Solidifies lipids

📝 Explanation

High heat increases the kinetic energy of lipid tails, increasing the membrane's fluidity.

📖 Additional Information

  • Increases fluidity
  • Decreases fluidity
  • No effect
  • Solidifies lipids

High heat increases the kinetic energy of lipid tails, increasing the membrane's fluidity.

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