Consider a protein with a high content of polar amino acids. What might be the effect on its solubility and interaction with the cellular environment?

• A. The protein will likely denature due to the presence of polar amino acids.
• B. The protein is likely to be insoluble in water and form aggregates.
• C. The protein is likely to be soluble in water and interact favorably with the cellular environment.
• D. The protein will likely repel water and interact only with lipid membranes.

Answer: (C)