Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections, Books a la Carte Plus Mastering Biology with Pearson eText - Access Card Package (9th Edition)
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Author: Martha R. Taylor, Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Kelly A. Hogan, Jane B. Reece
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 3TYK
Which best describes the structure of a cell membrane?
a. proteins between two bilayers of phospholipids
b. proteins embedded in a bilayer of phospholipids
c. a bilayer of protein coating a layer of phospholipids
d. cholesterol embedded in a bilayer of phospholipids
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