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5. what type of molecules diffuse through the cell membrane? 14 mizzz f…

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  1. what type of molecules diffuse through the cell membrane? 14 mizzz foster © 2023

Explanation:

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Small, non - polar molecules can pass through the lipid bilayer of the cell membrane by simple diffusion. Examples include oxygen ($O_2$) and carbon dioxide ($CO_2$). Polar molecules (except for very small ones like water) and ions generally cannot pass through the non - polar lipid bilayer easily without the help of transport proteins.

Answer:

Small, non - polar molecules.