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Aquaporins are ___ which enable the movement of water across the cell membrane.

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fats
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proteins
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minerals
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vitamins
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Solution

The correct option is B proteins
Aquaporins are membrane proteins that serve as channels in the transfer of water. They are present in the cell membrane which enable the movement of water across the cell membrane.

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