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mojhsa [17]
2 years ago
5

Why are some substances able to pass through a cell membrane while others are not

Biology
1 answer:
ElenaW [278]2 years ago
4 0

Answer:

Depending on the size, some substances are able to pass through cell membranes

Explanation:

Some molecules, such as hydrocarbons and oxygen can cross the membrane. Many large molecules (such as glucose and other sugars) cannot. Water can pass through between the lipids.

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