Which plasma membrane component provides mechanical strength and maintains the correct amount balance of rigidity and flexibility?
A) cholesterol
B) phospholipids
C) protein
D) triglycerides
E) carbohydrates

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Cholesterol provides mechanical strength to the plasma membrane by inserting itself between phospholipids, maintaining the correct amount of balance between rigidity and flexibility.

Which Plasma Membrane Component Provides Mechanical Strength and Maintains the Correct