Proteins that are loosely associated with the cytoplasmic membrane are called __________ proteins.

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Peripheral proteins are not embedded in the lipid bilayer and are loosely associated with the cytoplasmic membrane. Integral proteins, on the other hand, are embedded within the membrane and cannot be easily removed without disrupting the lipid bilayer. External and internal proteins are not common terms used to describe membrane proteins.

Proteins That Are Loosely Associated with the Cytoplasmic Membrane Are