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As (a)_____ can not pass through the non polar lipid bilayer, they require (b)____to facilitate their transport across the membrane.

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To solve the question, we need to fill in the blanks with appropriate terms related to the transport of molecules across the cell membrane. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Cell Membrane Structure**: The cell membrane is primarily composed of a lipid bilayer, which has hydrophilic (water-attracting) heads and hydrophobic (water-repelling) tails. This structure creates a barrier for certain types of molecules. 2. **Identifying 'A'**: The question states that 'A' cannot pass through the non-polar lipid bilayer. This indicates that 'A' must be a type of molecule that is not compatible with the hydrophobic environment of the lipid bilayer. - **Conclusion**: 'A' is a **polar molecule** (as polar molecules are hydrophilic and cannot easily pass through the hydrophobic lipid bilayer). 3. **Identifying 'B'**: The question mentions that 'A' requires 'B' to facilitate its transport across the membrane. Since polar molecules cannot pass through the lipid bilayer directly, they need assistance. - **Conclusion**: 'B' is a **carrier protein** (as carrier proteins help transport polar molecules across the membrane through facilitated diffusion). ### Final Answer: (a) **polar molecule** (b) **carrier protein** ---
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