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Which of the following enzymes helps in crossing plasma membrane?

A
Protease
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B
Pepsin
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C
Dehydrogenase
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D
Permease
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Solution

The correct option is D Permease
The permease is an enzyme which facilitates diffusion of specific molecules across the plasma membrane passively. It increases the membrane porosity to support easy transport of the molecules and act as an integral part of intercellular transport.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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