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Which of the following best describes the function of the cell membrane?
Which of the following best describes the function of the cell membrane?
- To separate the interior of the cell from the outside environment (correct)
- To provide structure to the cell
- To detect extracellular signals
- To regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell
What is the main component of the cell membrane?
What is the main component of the cell membrane?
- Nucleic acids
- Proteins
- Lipids (correct)
- Carbohydrates
What is the function of transport proteins in the cell membrane?
What is the function of transport proteins in the cell membrane?
- To serve as sites for specific biochemical functions
- To regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell (correct)
- To provide structure to the cell
- To detect extracellular signals
What is the term used to describe the dynamic nature of cell membranes?
What is the term used to describe the dynamic nature of cell membranes?
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Where are the protein molecules that act as receptors located?
Where are the protein molecules that act as receptors located?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the cell membrane?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the cell membrane?
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What is the function of peripheral proteins in the cell membrane?
What is the function of peripheral proteins in the cell membrane?
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Which of the following statements about the cell membrane is true?
Which of the following statements about the cell membrane is true?
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What is the historical term for the cell membrane?
What is the historical term for the cell membrane?
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What is the main function of the cell membrane?
What is the main function of the cell membrane?
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