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Why do O2 and CO2 pass through the plasma membrane?

They are nonpolar and soluble.
They are facilitated by protein.
They are "pumped" through.
They undergo pinocytosis.

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Hello Hcarterdthomas! I hope you're doing fine!

The answer to your question is the first choice "They are nonpolar and soluble."

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oxygen and carbon dioxide pass through the plasma membrane,because they are non polar and soluble
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