Cell Membrane

Front

What are the two parts of a phospholipid?

Back

Hydrophilic Head, Hydrophobic Tail

Front

Which type of protein anchors the cytoskeleton?

Back

Peripheral

Front

What is a glycoprotein?

Back

A carbohydrate chain attached to a protein.

Front

What does 'water fearing' refer to?

Back

Hydrophobic

Front

What allows cells to recognize each other and act like ID tags?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What is the structure of the cell membrane commonly described as?

Back

Fluid mosaic model.

Front

What role do cholesterol molecules play in the cell membrane?

Back

They help to stabilize the membrane's fluidity.

Front

What are integral proteins?

Back

Proteins that span the entire membrane and are involved in transport.

Front

What is the function of peripheral proteins?

Back

They are attached to the exterior or interior surfaces of the membrane and assist in signaling.