Cell Membrane and Transport Basics

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Cell Membrane

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Semi-permeable barrier surrounding the cell

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Phospholipid Bilayer

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Double layer of phospholipids in cell membrane

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Hydrophilic Head

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Water-attracting part of phospholipid

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Hydrophobic Tail

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Water-repelling part of phospholipid

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Integral Proteins

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Proteins embedded in the cell membrane

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Peripheral Proteins

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Proteins attached to the surface of the cell membrane

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Cholesterol in Membrane

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Provides stability and fluidity

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Glycoproteins

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Proteins with carbohydrate chains

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Glycolipids

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Lipids with carbohydrate chains

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Passive Transport

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Movement without energy