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Question 537
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Question
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Which range most closely corresponds to the described thickness of the cell membrane?
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Options
A
7.5–11.1 Å
B
15–22 Å
C
40–60 Å
D
75–111 Å
E
200–300 Å
Explanation
The cell membrane is described as measuring approximately 75–111 Å in thickness.
Option Validity
A) This is substantially below the described membrane thickness.
B) This is below the described range.
C) This is below the described range.
E) This is substantially above the described membrane thickness.
Further Reading
Saxena - MRCOG-1 Basic Sciences - Biochemistry, printed p.124.