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Question

What is the primary reason detergents are required to isolate integral membrane proteins from the membrane?

Accepted Answer

Integral membrane proteins are tightly associated with the membrane.

Answer

Detergents increase the solubility of the membrane.

Answer

Integral membrane proteins are loosely associated with the membrane.

Answer

Detergents stabilize the alpha helix structures.