what-is-the-effect-of-incorporating-more-unsaturated-fatty-acids-in-a-lipid-bila

Question

What is the effect of incorporating more unsaturated fatty acids in a lipid bilayer?

Accepted Answer

It increases membrane fluidity by introducing kinks that prevent tight packing.

Answer

It increases membrane rigidity by forming stronger interactions.

Answer

It has no effect on the properties of the lipid bilayer.

Answer

It decreases membrane fluidity by allowing more tight packing.