Which statement about the plasma membrane is INCORRECTR Select one: O a.lt is selectively permeable. b. It is composed of two layers of glycoprotein molecules. c. It contains receptors for specific molecules. d. Gap junctions may be present between adjacent cells. e. The plasma membranes of adjacent cells may be held together by desmosomes.

Which statement about the plasma membrane is INCORRECTR Select one: O a.lt is selectively permeable. b. It is composed of two layers of glycoprotein molecules. c. It contains receptors for specific molecules. d. Gap junctions may be present between adjacent cells. e. The plasma membranes of adjacent cells may be held together by desmosomes.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter3: The Plasma Membrane And Membrane Potential

Section3.3: Overview Of Membrane Transport

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