Which of the following will not solubilize a typical peripheral membrane protein?

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Peripheral membrane proteins are associated with the membrane through electrostatic interactions and hydrogen bonds, rather than hydrophobic interactions. Detergents, extreme pH, and high salt concentrations can disrupt these interactions, solubilizing the proteins. However, mildly hypertonic saline would not disrupt these interactions significantly enough to solubilize the protein, as it primarily affects the osmotic balance without directly disrupting protein-membrane interactions.

Which of the Following Will Not Solubilize a Typical Peripheral