If a human cell were to increase the amount of cholesterol embedded within its plasma membrane, which of the following would most likely happen

The membrane would become more permeable to ions.

Explanation:

The bilipid layer is one of the major components of the cell membrane. cholesterol, a derivative of the fatty acids, plays an important role in the regulating of the cell membrane structure. The cholesterol regulates the membrane structure by making sure that the lipid bilayer is not very fluid. The molecule immobilizes the outer surface of the membrane. This reduces the fluidity of the membrane. Thus, the membrane becomes less soluble to water-based ions and molecules.

balance the chemical reaction by the oxidation reduction method Phosphorus + Sodium Hydroxide + water