Hydrophobic molecules can be covalently attached to proteins to increase membrane association. Type(s) of group(s) include
A) palmitoyl groups attached via Cys residues.
B) glycolipid structures attached to the carboxy terminus.
C) farnesyl groups attached via Cys residues.
D) All of the answers are correct.
E) None of the answers is correct.

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All the options listed (A, B, C) are correct examples of hydrophobic groups that can be covalently attached to proteins to increase their association with membranes. Palmitoyl and farnesyl groups can be attached via cysteine residues, and glycolipid structures can be attached to the carboxy terminus of proteins.

Hydrophobic Molecules Can Be Covalently Attached to Proteins to Increase