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Peripheral proteins are typically associated with the membrane by:

A. Covalent bonding to fatty acids
B. Interaction with the hydrophobic core
C. Ionic bonds to integral proteins or lipid heads
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D. Insertion into the bilayer

📝 Explanation

Peripheral proteins are loosely attached to the surface, usually via non-covalent interactions like ionic or hydrogen bonds.

📖 Additional Information

  • Covalent bonding to fatty acids
  • Interaction with the hydrophobic core
  • Ionic bonds to integral proteins or lipid heads
  • Insertion into the bilayer

Peripheral proteins are loosely attached to the surface, usually via non-covalent interactions like ionic or hydrogen bonds.

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