12 Questions
What is the principal function of the plasma membrane in a cell?
Regulate the flow of materials into and out of the cell
What does the term 'phospholipid bilayer' refer to in relation to the plasma membrane structure?
It is composed of two layers of phospholipids
Which cellular structure forms the flexible outer surface of a cell?
Plasma membrane
What is the role of cholesterol in the plasma membrane structure?
Helps establish and maintain the appropriate cellular environment
Which statement best describes the function of Glycolipids in the plasma membrane?
Identify the cell to other cells
What is the primary role of Integral Proteins in the plasma membrane?
Facilitate the transport of molecules across the membrane
Which organelle in an animal cell is known as the 'powerhouse'?
Mitochondria
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
Break down materials in the cell
Where are ribosomes primarily located in a cell?
In the cytoplasm
Which cellular component carries proteins and other materials within the cell?
Endoplasmic Reticulum
What is the main function of the cytosol in the cytoplasm?
Contain fluid portion of cytoplasm
What is the function of peroxisomes in a cell?
Break down old cell parts
Learn about the basic, living, structural, and functional unit of the body, cell biology, and the principal parts of a cell such as the plasma membrane, nucleus, and cytoplasm with its organelles.
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