Which of the following correctly describes the structural organization of the cell membrane?
A)A solid, rigid layer of phospholipid with loosely bound protein molecules
B)A bilayer of phospholipid molecules in which protein molecules are embedded and can move
C)Rigid layers of protein molecules in which carbohydrate molecules are suspended
D)Three layers; lipid on the inside, protein in the middle, and carbohydrates (and polysaccharides)on the outside

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The cell membrane is composed of a bilayer of phospholipid molecules. Protein molecules are embedded in this bilayer and can move around within it, allowing for various functions such as transport and cell signaling.

Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Structural Organization of the Cell