Cell Membrane

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What type of bond do water molecules form with each other?

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Hydrogen bond, it's a type of Van Der Waals force.

Front

Where are carbohydrates located in a plasma membrane?

Back

On the outside of the membrane.

Front

What does the term 'polar' refer to in chemistry?

Back

A molecule has areas of positive and negative charge.

Front

In a phospholipid, which part is considered hydrophilic?

Back

The phosphate 'head'.

Front

What does 'hydrophobic' mean?

Back

Water fearing, does not associate with water.

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What are phospholipids composed of?

Back

A hydrophilic 'head' and two hydrophobic 'tails'.

Front

How do hydrophilic and hydrophobic substances interact with water?

Back

Hydrophilic substances interact with water, while hydrophobic substances do not.

Front

What role do proteins play in the cell membrane?

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They assist in transport, communication, and structural support.

Front

What is the fluid mosaic model?

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A model that describes the structure of the cell membrane as a mosaic of various components that move fluidly.