Multiple Choice
In the context of the lipid bilayer, where is cholesterol primarily located within the plasma membrane?
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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 purpose of cholesterol in the cell membrane?
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To modulate membrane fluidity and stability across temperature changes
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To serve as the main energy-storage molecule embedded in the membrane for ATP production
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To provide the main structural framework of the membrane by forming long cytoskeletal filaments
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To act as the primary transporter responsible for moving ions directly across the membrane
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