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What hypothesis did Gorter and Grendel present regarding the cell membrane?
What hypothesis did Gorter and Grendel present regarding the cell membrane?
- The cell membrane is a rigid structure.
- The cell membrane is primarily composed of a lipid bilayer. (correct)
- The cell membrane contains proteins and lipids.
- Membrane proteins are embedded within the lipid layer.
The Sandwich Model proposed that the membrane is made of two layers of lipid separated by proteins.
The Sandwich Model proposed that the membrane is made of two layers of lipid separated by proteins.
False (B)
What did the Fluid Mosaic Model conclude about the movement within the membrane?
What did the Fluid Mosaic Model conclude about the movement within the membrane?
Membranes are fluid and allow movement of membrane components.
According to the Gorter and Grendel model, the lipid bilayer has __________ the surface area of the red blood cell.
According to the Gorter and Grendel model, the lipid bilayer has __________ the surface area of the red blood cell.
Which model suggests that proteins extend into the membrane in various positions?
Which model suggests that proteins extend into the membrane in various positions?
Match each model of membrane structure with its main hypothesis.
Match each model of membrane structure with its main hypothesis.
Describe the experimental procedure used by Davson and Danielli to formulate their hypothesis.
Describe the experimental procedure used by Davson and Danielli to formulate their hypothesis.
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Gorter-Grendel Model
Gorter-Grendel Model
Cell membranes are lipid bilayers.
Sandwich Model
Sandwich Model
Membrane has proteins on each side of lipid layer.
Fluid Mosaic Model
Fluid Mosaic Model
Membrane is fluid, with proteins embedded.
Lipid Bilayer
Lipid Bilayer
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Membrane fluidity
Membrane fluidity
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Membrane proteins.
Membrane proteins.
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Cell Membrane Structure Models
Cell Membrane Structure Models
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