The cell Membrane Flashcards
1
Q
What is another name for the cell Membrane?
A
The fluid Mosaic Model
2
Q
Name 3 things that the cell membrane does
A
controls the exchange of material in/out of the cell, identification for the cell, communicates between cells
3
Q
what does the cell membrane maintain
A
the internal balance of the cell (Homeostasis)
4
Q
What is the cell membrane made up of?
A
Phospholipids, Integral protein, peripheral protein, glycoprotein, cholesterol
5
Q
What is a phospholipid’s structure?
A
Phosphate head (Hydrophilic)
Fatty Acid Tail (Hydrophobic)
6
Q
Why is a plasma membrane described as semi-permeable
A
they are described as semi-permeable bc they only allow certain materials in and out of the cell.
