Multiple Choice
In the context of the lipid bilayer, what are most cell membranes primarily made of?
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8. Membrane Structure
The Lipid Bilayer
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In the context of the lipid bilayer, what is the primary function of the cell (plasma) membrane?
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It stores the cell’s genetic information and controls gene expression.
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It is the main site of ATP production through oxidative phosphorylation in all cells.
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It acts as a selectively permeable barrier that regulates movement of substances into and out of the cell.
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It provides the enzymatic machinery for protein synthesis by translating mRNA into polypeptides.
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