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The correct answer is D. Biological membranes are composed of phospholipids, proteins, and carbohydrate groups.<\/p>\n
Phospholipids are a type of lipid that are amphipathic, meaning that they have both a hydrophilic (water-loving) head and a hydrophobic (water-fearing) tail. This allows them to form a bilayer structure, with the hydrophobic tails facing each other in the middle of the membrane and the hydrophilic heads facing the water on either side.<\/p>\n
Proteins are another important component of biological membranes. They can be found embedded in the lipid bilayer, or they can be attached to the surface of the membrane. Proteins have a variety of functions in membranes, including transport, signaling, and cell adhesion.<\/p>\n
Carbohydrate groups are also found on the surface of biological membranes. They can be attached to proteins or lipids, and they help to identify and interact with other cells.<\/p>\n
Together, phospholipids, proteins, and carbohydrate groups form a complex and dynamic structure that is essential for the function of cells.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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