cell membrane Flashcards
1
Q
what is the cell membrane made up of
A
phospholipid molecules
2
Q
polar head
A
hydrophilic
3
Q
non polar tail
A
lipophilic
4
Q
construction of the cell membrane
A
two layers of lipid molecules, tails facing each other and heads on the outside
5
Q
how does the cell membrane work
A
creates a water compartment on the inside of the cell and outside the cell, with a water fearing part in the middle that prevents water moving into the cell
6
Q
phospholipid molecules
A
bowl polar head and non polar tail
