Cell Membranes

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What macromolecule primarily makes up the cell membrane?

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Lipids

Front

What role do carbohydrates play in cell membranes?

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They allow cells to recognize each other and act like ID tags.

Front

Which macromolecule is NOT part of the cell membrane?

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Nucleic Acids

Front

True or False: Regulating what enters and leaves the cell helps maintain homeostasis.

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True

Front

What is another term for maintaining an internal balance?

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Homeostasis

Front

What are phospholipids?

Back

Phospholipids are a type of lipid that form the fundamental structure of cell membranes.

Front

What is the fluid mosaic model?

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It describes the structure of cell membranes as a mosaic of various components (lipids, proteins, carbohydrates) that move fluidly.

Front

What is the function of proteins in the cell membrane?

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Proteins assist in transport, act as enzymes, and help with cell signaling.

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What is selective permeability?

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It is the property of cell membranes that allows some substances to pass through while blocking others.

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What is the role of cholesterol in the cell membrane?

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Cholesterol helps to stabilize the membrane's fluidity.