In cell membrane the hydrocarbon chains for hydrophilic phase

Question

In cell membrane the hydrocarbon chains for hydrophilic phase and the polar heads form hydrophobic phase. A. True B. False This question was addressed to me in a national level competition. The query is from Gastrointestinal Absorption of Drugs topic in chapter Absorption of Drugs of Drug Biotechnology

fahmy · Accepted Answer

The correct choice is B. False To explain: Hydrocarbon chains are oriented inwards to form hydrophobic phase and their polar heads are oriented to form the outer hydrophilic boundaries of the cell membrane, it surrounds the aqueous environment.

A cell has an emf of 6V, internal resistance of 1 ohms and a

Cell is made of macromolecules like proteins, carbohydrates,

Cell junction is abundant in __________ A. Hepatic cells B. Cardiac

Cell membrane can pass easily Oxygen and Carbon dioxide. A. False

In cell membrane the hydrocarbon chains for hydrophilic phase