Key Experiments In PM Chemistry, The Fluid Mosiac Model Flashcards
1
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Extracellular Matrix
A
Outside cells
2
Q
Cytoskeleton
A
Inside cells
3
Q
Plasma Membrane (PM)
A
A selective barrier that regulates transport into/out of cells
4
Q
What can cells adjust in terms of PM?
A
- The chemistry of the PM
- The molecules associated with the PM
5
Q
Why did Dr. Gorter use RBCs?
A
- Easy to obtain
- Easy to count
- Uniform in size
6
Q
How to calculate SA of RBCs
A
Multiply the SA of 1 cell by the total # of cells
7
Q
Fluid mosaic model
A
Plasma Membranes are fluid structures
