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svp [43]
3 years ago
15

What is the primary function of carbohydrates attached to the exterior of cell membranes?

Biology
1 answer:
Alekssandra [29.7K]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

The correct option is : a. Identification of the cell

Explanation:

The cell membrane, also called plasma membrane, is a semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of the cell, that protects and separates the interior of the cells from the external environment.

The carbohydrate layer of the cell membrane is known as the glycocalyx. In eukaryotes, <u>the carbohydrates present on the surface of the cell membrane play a important role in the cell-cell recognition and share information.</u>

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