Cold blooded animals modulate the fatty acid composition of their membranes as a function of temperature in order to
A) adjust the membrane thickness and increase thermal insulation.
B) maximize available fatty acids for metabolic use.
C) ensure consistent membrane fluidity.
D) compensate for decreasing cholesterol solubility.
E) all of the above
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