Which of the following statements correctly compares peripheral membrane proteins with integral membrane proteins?

• A. Peripheral membrane proteins are loosely associated with the membrane, while integral membrane proteins are tightly integrated.
• B. Both peripheral and integral membrane proteins are loosely associated with the membrane.
• C. Peripheral membrane proteins are tightly associated with the membrane, while integral membrane proteins are loosely associated.
• D. Both peripheral and integral membrane proteins are tightly integrated into the membrane.

Answer: (A)