Question

The plasma membrane is composed of a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins. What is one of the functions of the embedded proteins?

A. defining the cell's structure and shape
B. allowing specific substances to flow into the cell
C preventing the phospholipid talls from binding together
D. protecting the cell from physical harm

Answer 1

Answer: B. They allow for specific substance to travel throughout the cell.

Explanation: I know this because carrier proteins and channel proteins are some types of embedded proteins.