The Fluid Mosaic Model Flashcards
1
Q
The structure of the plasma membrane consists of 2 ___ layers arranged TAIL to TAIL
A
Phospholipids (fat) with CHOLESTEROL and floating PROTEINS scattered among them
2
Q
Some phospholipids may have sugar groups attached, forming __
A
Glycolipids
3
Q
Proteins, some of which are free to move, form a constantly changing pattern also known as WHAT?
A
The mosaic, hence the name of the model that describes a plasma membrane
4
Q
The polar “heads” of the lollipop-shaped phospholipid molecules are ___ and ___ to water
A
Hydrophilic, attracted to water
5
Q
The tails of phospholipid molecules are ___ and ___ of water
A
Hydrophilic, afraid of water
