Which of the following is not true of membrane proteins?Membrane proteins may help the cell in differentiating between self and non-self cells.Membrane proteins are often dedicated to transfer information between the cell interior and its exterior.Membrane phosphoproteins are ones that are attached to branched carbohydrates.Membrane proteins may form channels to allow the passive transport of substances.
Question
Which of the following is not true of membrane proteins?Membrane proteins may help the cell in differentiating between self and non-self cells.Membrane proteins are often dedicated to transfer information between the cell interior and its exterior.Membrane phosphoproteins are ones that are attached to branched carbohydrates.Membrane proteins may form channels to allow the passive transport of substances.
Solution
The statement that is not true about membrane proteins is: "Membrane phosphoproteins are ones that are attached to branched carbohydrates."
This statement is incorrect because phosphoproteins are proteins that are chemically bonded with a phosphate group, not carbohydrates. The attachment of proteins to carbohydrates is a characteristic of glycoproteins, not phosphoproteins.
Similar Questions
Distribution of intrinsic proteins in the plasma membrane is
Cell membranes also contain protein carriers. Describe the role of protein carriers
The cell membrane is selectively permeable. Which type of membrane protein best illustrates this concept?
The function of membrane proteins is to:W. act as carrier molecules for various solutes.X. bind to ligands (chemicals).Y. regulate the passage of ions.Z. store cellular nutrients.Question 11
Membrane proteins? Various functions
Upgrade your grade with Knowee
Get personalized homework help. Review tough concepts in more detail, or go deeper into your topic by exploring other relevant questions.