A new protein has been described that transports a growth factor across the plasma membrane. This protein is most likely a/an:

A. cytoplasmic protein.
B. integral membrane protein.
C. peripheral membrane protein, facing the cytoplasmic side.
D. peripheral membrane protein, facing outward.


Answer: B

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