Cell Membrane

water-loving

The hydrophobic region is the part of the cell membrane that repels water, typically composed of fatty acid tails of phospholipids.

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The cell membrane is primarily composed of a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins.

It controls what enters and leaves the cell, providing protection and support.

A semipermeable membrane allows certain molecules to pass through while blocking others.

Phospholipids are molecules that make up the cell membrane, consisting of a hydrophilic head and two hydrophobic tails.

Proteins in the cell membrane assist in transport, act as receptors, and provide structural support.