liquid components 1 (plasma membrane) Flashcards
1
Q
what is a plasma membrane? what is it composed of?
A
fluid mixture composed of equal parts lipid and protein by weight
2
Q
the plasma membrane regulates what?
A
movement of most substances in and out of the cell
3
Q
the plasma membrane contains several different types of lipids. what are the 3 lipids?
A
phospholipids
cholesterol
glycolipids