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The mosaic nature of the plasma membrane structure is because of

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Glycolipids

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Phospholipids

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Cholesterol

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Proteins

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Solution

The correct option is D Proteins
Mosaic nature of the plasma membrane is because of the many proteins that are embedded in the phospholipid bilayer. It appears like a mosaic when viewed from the top.

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