AP Biologyeasymcq1 pt
A fish adapted to cold water would likely have membranes rich in
A.unsaturated fatty acids
B.saturated fatty acids
C.cholesterol only
D.no phospholipids
Explanation
Core Concept
Cold stiffens membranes; unsaturated tails with kinks resist freezing into rigidity, keeping transport proteins functional.
Correct Answer
Aunsaturated fatty acids
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