Many environmental factors influence the structure of biological membranes. Which of the following could permanently disrupt phospholipid bilayers in an aqueous solution?

A. the addition of acid to change the pH
B. physical agitation of the solution
C. slight elevation of the temperature


Answer Key: A

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