Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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Chapter 3 - Cells: The Living Units - Review Questions - Page 114: 2

Answer

(a) cholesterol (c) phospholipids

Work Step by Step

Cell membranes are primarily composed of phospholipids. Indeed, cell membranes are described as a phospholipid bilayer. Cholesterol is another important component of cell membranes because it increases the fluidity of the membrane. Triglycerides and fat-soluble vitamins are not components of cell membranes.
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