Which membrane component is most important for allowing large,charged molecules to pass through the membrane?
A)Peripheral proteins
B)Cholesterol
C)Glycosylated lipids
D)Transmembrane proteins
E)Carbohydrate channels

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Transmembrane proteins are the most important for allowing large, charged molecules to pass through the membrane. These proteins have hydrophilic regions that function as channels, allowing the charged molecules to pass through the hydrophobic interior of the membrane.

Which Membrane Component Is Most Important for Allowing Large,charged Molecules