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Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure below. Which statement regarding channel proteins shown in the figure is false?

A) Channel proteins can assist polar molecules to cross the plasma membrane by facilitated diffusion.
B) The gated ion channel can allow ions to pass when stimulated to open.
C) The surface of a channel protein in contact with the bilayer would likely have hydrophilic amino acids.
D) Water plays a role in determining which ions are allowed to pass through an ion channel.
E) Aquaporins are channel proteins that facilitate the diffusion of water across membranes.