Answer to Question #139156 in Cell Biology for Jenna

Question

Which protein is found in the cell membrane and what is its function

Answer 1

Membrane proteins represent about a third of the proteins in living organisms. There are main three types of membrane proteins: (i) integral membrane protein that is permanently anchored or part of the membrane, (ii) peripheral membrane protein that is only temporarily attached to the lipid bilayer, and (iii) Lipid-anchored proteins.