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Which of the following best describes the movement of integral proteins within the membrane?

A. They are fixed in place
B. They move laterally
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C. They flip to the opposite side
D. They move via ATP hydrolysis

📝 Explanation

The Fluid Mosaic Model dictates that proteins can move laterally within the plane of the lipid bilayer.

📖 Additional Information

  • They are fixed in place
  • They move laterally
  • They flip to the opposite side
  • They move via ATP hydrolysis

The Fluid Mosaic Model dictates that proteins can move laterally within the plane of the lipid bilayer.

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