Question

question 2 (1 point)
how might pollutants that interact with the hydrophobic tails of phospholipids affect membrane function?

a) they will strengthen the lipid bilayer, making it less fluid

b) they will increase membrane fluidity, causing instability

c) they will eliminate the hydrophilic heads of phospholipids

d) they will have no effect on the membranes structure

Explanation:

Phospholipid hydrophobic tails contribute to membrane fluidity. Pollutants interacting with them can disrupt the normal packing and movement of phospholipids, increasing fluidity and causing instability. They don't strengthen the bilayer or eliminate hydrophilic heads and definitely have an effect on structure.

Answer:

B. They will increase membrane fluidity, causing instability