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21 November, 15:18

Why are lipids and proteins free to move laterally in membranes?

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  1. 21 November, 15:46
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    According to fluid mosaic model proteins are embedded in sea of lipids like icebergs are floating in the sea. These molecules are not tightly bound so that lateral displacement is possible.

    There are only weak hydrophobic interactions in the interior of the membrane.
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