The plasma membrane consists mainly of:

Options

(a) phospholipids embedded in a protein bilayer
(b) proteins embedded in a phospholipid bilayer
(c) proteins embedded in a polymer of glucose molecules
(d) proteins embedded in a carbohydrate bilayer

Correct Answer:

proteins embedded in a phospholipid bilayer

Explanation:

Plasma membrane comprises mainly proteins embedded in a phospholipid bilayer. Protein molecules occur at places both inside and outer side of the lipid bilayer.