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Channel Proteins

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A channel protein forms a hydrophilic pore for a specific substance, staying open at all times or gated to open on condition.

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An aquaporin is a channel protein that lets water cross the membrane at a very high rate.

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A channel protein is specific to one substance, or a narrow set — not whatever fits.

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