The fact that the cell membrane is highly permeable to some substances and much less so to other substances is one variable underlying the cell being ___.
A)potentialized
B)polarized
C)hyperpolarized
D)viable

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The fact that the cell membrane is highly permeable to some substances and much less so to other substances is related to the concept of membrane polarization, where there is a difference in charge between the inside and outside of the cell. This polarization is important for cellular functions such as signaling and transport. Therefore, the best choice is B) polarized.

The Fact That the Cell Membrane Is Highly Permeable to Some