Question

true or false question
water molecules can only pass through the phospholipid bilayer if aquaporins are present.

true
false

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Explanation:

Water molecules can pass through the phospholipid bilayer by simple diffusion (osmosis) at a slow rate, even without aquaporins. Aquaporins facilitate faster water transport, but they are not the only way water crosses the bilayer. So the statement is false.

Answer:

False