Cell Physiology Review Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What component of the plasma membrane is used to make chemical signals?
A
Membrane proteins
2
Q
What is the function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?
A
Structural integrity of the cell
3
Q
What are some of the functions of integral proteins?
A
- Membrane receptors & transducers for hormones/neurotransmitters
- Transports/channels proteins specific for transport of one ion
- Anchors the cytoskeletal elements
- Enzymes
- Carrier proteins
- Integrins
