Which of the following statements about channel proteins is true?
A) They have a central pore of polar amino acids and water.
B) They are anchored in the hydrophobic bilayer of the plasma membrane.
C) They are surrounded by nonpolar amino acids.
D) They are usually gated.
E) All of the above

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Channel proteins have a central pore lined with polar amino acids and water, are anchored in the hydrophobic bilayer, are surrounded by nonpolar amino acids, and are often gated to regulate ion flow.

Which of the Following Statements About Channel Proteins Is True