What type of integral protein allows water and small ions to pass through the plasma membrane?
A)anchoring protein
B)recognition protein
C)receptor protein
D)carrier protein
E)channel protein

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Channel proteins are integral proteins that form channels or pores in the plasma membrane, allowing water and small ions to pass through by facilitated diffusion without requiring any energy expenditure on the part of the cell.

What Type of Integral Protein Allows Water and Small Ions