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Which feature allows membranes to heal themselves if punctured?

A. Fluidity of lipids
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B. Presence of proteins
C. Active transport
D. Cell recognition

📝 Explanation

Lipids can self-seal due to the hydrophobic effect, reforming the bilayer automatically.

📖 Additional Information

  • Fluidity of lipids
  • Presence of proteins
  • Active transport
  • Cell recognition

Lipids can self-seal due to the hydrophobic effect, reforming the bilayer automatically.

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