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Carbohydrates of the plasma membranea. are bonded to a protein or lipid.b. are located on the outer surface of the plasma membrane.c. can function as cell markers for recognition by other cells.d. all of the abovee. a and c only
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This is a process known as glycosylation, where a carbohydrate is attached to a hydroxyl or other functional group of another molecule. So, option (a) is correct. Show more…
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Carbohydrates of the plasma membrane a. are bonded to a protein or lipid. b. are located on the outer surface of the plasma membrane. c. can function as cell markers for recognition by other cells. d. All of the above are true of the carbohydrates. e. Only a and c are true
Which of the following is INCORRECTLY describing the carbohydrates that make up the plasma membrane? Select one: a. They are found on both sides of the membrane. b. They protect the surface of the plasma membrane. c. They can be found bound to proteins or lipids. d. They mediate cell-cell recognition.
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