Which of the following statements about integral proteins in the plasma membrane is False?

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Integral proteins are embedded within the phospholipid bilayer and may span the entire membrane or only a portion of it. They also have various functions, such as transporting molecules or ions across the membrane, cell-cell recognition, and signal transduction. However, they are not more abundant by volume than the membrane phospholipids. The phospholipids make up the majority of the membrane's mass and provide the structural framework for the membrane.

Which of the Following Statements About Integral Proteins in the Plasma