The fluid mosaic model describes the structure of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The fluid mosaic model describes the structure of:
A. Nucleus
B. Cytoplasm
C. Plasma membrane
D. Cell wall
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The fluid mosaic model (Singer-Nicolson) depicts the cell membrane as a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins, carbohydrates, and cholesterol, giving it fluidity.

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