An aquaporin isa. a channel protein that allows the influx of K+ into cells, causingwater to also flow in between the phospholipids of the plasmamembrane.b. a type of blue-colored pore in the epidermal surfaces of plants.c. a protein channel in plasma membranes that facilitates the diffusionof water.d. a transport protein, or transporter, in plasma membranes that usesprotons to cotransport water.e. none of the above.

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