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6. Cell Membrane & Transport / Cell Envelope & Biological Membranes / Problem 3

What exactly does the term "mosaic" signify in the fluid mosaic model?

A

A single, uniform layer of lipids and proteins with no variation.

B

An assortment of different molecules that form a single structure.

C

A rigid arrangement of proteins and carbohydrates with fixed positions.

D

A mixture of only hydrophobic molecules without any diverse components.

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