Question

Researchers have found that mixtures of phospholipids placed in water or salt solutions tend to spontaneously form_________.

a. RNA molecules
b. DNA molecules
c. ATP
d. methane
e. small spherical units that resemble living cells.

Answer 1

Researchers have found that mixtures of phospholipids placed in water or salt solutions tend to spontaneously form small spherical units that resemble living cells.

Step-by-step explanation:

• Phospholipids are the major component that forms the cell membranes. They contain the molecules with hydrophilic phosphate.

• So, when these phospholipids are dissolved in the water they form a new structure like the spherical shape units.

• Even with the salt solution mixture the phospholipids instantly turns into the unit that is similar to the living cells.

• The phospholipids also have the 'non-polar and polar components' to associate with water.