What role does cholesterol play in the plasma membrane? Select the best answer. O It provides a patching medium, and helps maintain optimal fluidity of the membrane. O It provides binding sites for signaling molecules at the membrane surface. O It stores DNA in the membrane, to exchange genetic information with nearby cells. O It provides a transport channel for charged molecules to pass through.

What role does cholesterol play in the plasma membrane? Select the best answer. O It provides a patching medium, and helps maintain optimal fluidity of the membrane. O It provides binding sites for signaling molecules at the membrane surface. O It stores DNA in the membrane, to exchange genetic information with nearby cells. O It provides a transport channel for charged molecules to pass through.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter3: The Plasma Membrane And Membrane Potential

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 5RE: Using the answer code on the right, indicate which membrane component is responsible for the...

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