Cell Transport

Front

What is a membrane that lets some things in and out but not everything called?

Back

Semi-Permeable

Front

What structure is a major component of the cell membrane and is labeled A?

Back

Phospholipid

Front

Why can animal cells burst in a hypotonic solution and plant cells cannot?

Back

Plant cells have a cell wall.

Front

What is the term for a type of active transport when a cell takes in large amounts of solids?

Back

Phagocytosis

Front

What will happen to molecule X if it is smaller than the membrane pores?

Back

It will move from side B to A.

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

Define osmosis in the context of cell transport.

Back

The movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.

Front

What is the difference between passive and active transport?

Back

Passive transport does not require energy, while active transport requires energy.

Front

What role do proteins play in the cell membrane?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?

Back

Cholesterol helps to maintain membrane fluidity and stability.