Cell Membrane Flashcards
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Function
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Gives cell its shape and allows materials to move in and out of the cell
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Composed of
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Phospholipids proteins cholesterol carbohydrates
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Phospholipids
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Forms the wall/ bilayer (hydrophobic tail and hydrophilic head)
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Proteins
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Help transport things, enzymes, hormone receptors , attachment and recognition
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Cholesterol
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Helps keep cell membrane fluid like and provides stability (lipid)(keeps cell in the perfect state)
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Carbohydrates
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Attach to lipids and proteins for cell to cell recognition
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Fluid mosaic model
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Fluid: able to flow and alter shape freely
mosaic: made up of many different parts
