Biologyhard · Past Paper
The fluidity of the cell membrane increases if there is a higher percentage of:
ASaturated fatty acids
BUnsaturated fatty acids
CProteins
DCarbohydrates
✓ Correct Answer: B — Unsaturated fatty acids
Unsaturated fatty acids have 'kinks' that prevent tight packing, thus increasing membrane fluidity.
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