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The most abundant lipids I eukaryotic ce...

The most abundant lipids I eukaryotic cell membrane are

A

cholestrol

B

glycolipds

C

phospholipds

D

lipoplysaccharide

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the most abundant lipids found in the eukaryotic cell membrane. 2. **Identifying Lipid Classes**: Eukaryotic cell membranes are primarily composed of three classes of amphipathic lipids: - Phospholipids - Glycolipids - Sterols (such as cholesterol) 3. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided are: - Cholesterol - Glycolipids - Phospholipids - Lipopolysaccharide 4. **Determining Abundance**: - Phospholipids are known to be the most abundant, constituting more than 50% of the total lipids in the plasma membrane. - Glycolipids make up a much smaller fraction, approximately 2% of the lipids. - Cholesterol (a type of sterol) also contributes to the membrane but is not as abundant as phospholipids. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the most abundant lipids in the eukaryotic cell membrane are **phospholipids**. **Final Answer**: Phospholipids ---
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  • The most abundant lipid in the cell membrane is

    A
    cutin
    B
    glycolipid
    C
    steroid
    D
    phosphoglycerides.
  • Eukaryotic cells are substantially larger in volume-per -surface-area than bacterial cells. How can the eukaryotic cell membrane provide this higher rate of exchange of materials?

    A
    Carrier proteins speed the rate at which a solute crosses the plasma membrane in the direction of decreasing concentration
    B
    Mitochondria are concentrated near membranes to provide energy for active transport of molecules or ions
    C
    Large molecules are engulfed by vesicle formation
    D
    All of the above are correct
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