Cell Membrane: Structure and Function

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What are the two parts of a phospholipid called?

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Hydrophilic Head, Hydrophobic Tail

Front

Why are cells small?

Back

Cells are small because it allows a faster rate of chemical exchange.

Front

What does 'water fearing' refer to?

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Hydrophobic

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What is the primary component of the cell membrane?

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Lipids

Front

What forms the two layers of the cell membrane?

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Phospholipids

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What is the hydrophilic part of a phospholipid?

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The part that is attracted to water.

Front

What is the hydrophobic part of a phospholipid?

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The part that repels water.

Front

What role do proteins play in the cell membrane?

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They assist in transport and communication.

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.