Which of the following characteristics of membranes does the term "selective permeability" refer to?

a. permits some molecules to cross the membrane while preventing others from crossing
b. restricts the passage of polar molecules
c. provides an anchor between adjacent cells
d. allows membrane proteins to float freely within the membrane


a

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