Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given. Whether a molecule can cross the plasma membrane depends upon the
A
Size of the molecule
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B
Shape of the molecule
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C
Charge of the molecule
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D
All of these
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Solution
The correct option is D All of these
The plasma membrane of a cell is semipermeable and hence allows only the transport of selective molecules. The ability of a molecule to cross the cell membrane depends on factors like the size, charge, and the shape of the molecule.