Which of the following statements best describes a characteristic feature of a carrier protein in a plasma membrane?
A) It exhibits specificity for a particular type of molecule.
B) It requires the expenditure of cellular energy to function.
C) It works against a concentration gradient.
D) It has no hydrophobic regions.

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Carrier proteins are specific in their action, meaning they bind and transport only certain molecules across the cell membrane, reflecting their specificity for particular types of molecules.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes a Characteristic Feature