Cell Transport Mechanisms
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What is the primary source of energy used during active transport across the cell membrane?

  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) (correct)
  • Nucleotides generated in ribosomes
  • Glucose from food breakdown
  • Fatty acids produced during metabolism

Which process involves molecules moving from a region of low concentration to a region of high concentration?

  • Active transport (correct)
  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Passive transport
  • Osmosis

In facilitated diffusion, how do transport proteins assist in the movement of molecules?

  • They modify the molecules to enhance their diffusion rate
  • They form temporary channels allowing specific molecules to pass (correct)
  • They increase the temperature to expedite molecular movement
  • They utilize energy from ATP to move molecules across the membrane

Which statement accurately describes passive transport?

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What role does the concentration gradient play in passive transport?

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What is the main purpose of the fluid mosaic model in describing cell membranes?

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Which role do glycoproteins and glycolipids play in cellular functions?

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How does cholesterol influence the cell membrane at moderate to high temperatures?

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What can occasionally happen to phospholipids in the fluid mosaic model?

<p>They may flip to the opposite layer of the membrane. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge is associated with understanding cellular processes such as cell membranes?

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What role do certain protein molecules play in the cell membrane?

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How do carbohydrates function in the context of the cell membrane?

<p>They help in cell identification and linking other cells. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about protein molecules in the cell membrane is true?

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What are glycolipids and glycoproteins formed from?

<p>Linking of carbohydrates with proteins and lipids, respectively. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one function of the protein molecules embedded in the cell membrane?

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What role do phospholipid heads play in the structure of the cell membrane?

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Which statement incorrectly describes the fluid-repellent region of the cell membrane?

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What is NOT a function of the proteins embedded in the cell membrane?

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Where are membrane proteins primarily located within the cell membrane?

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Which option represents an incorrect statement about the proteins in the cell membrane?

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Flashcards

Passive Transport

Movement of molecules across a membrane without energy input, from high to low concentration.

Diffusion

Molecules moving from high to low concentration.

Osmosis

Diffusion of water across a semi-permeable membrane.

Active Transport

Movement of molecules across a membrane requiring energy, often from low to high concentration.

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ATP

Energy molecule that powers active transport.

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Facilitated Diffusion

Passive transport with the help of membrane proteins.

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Transport Proteins

Membrane proteins that help move molecules across the cell membrane.

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Fluid Mosaic Model

Describes the cell membrane as a dynamic, changing structure, composed of different components.

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Cell Membrane Components

Includes phospholipids, proteins, and other molecules (like cholesterol and glycoproteins/glycolipids) that make up the structure and function.

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Glycoproteins/Glycolipids

Proteins and lipids with attached carbohydrate chains.

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Phospholipid Movement

Phospholipids move laterally within the bilayer.

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Cholesterol Role

Regulates membrane fluidity by adjusting stiffness depending on the temperature.

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Glycoprotein Function

Glycoproteins can act as receptors, linkers, and even parts of enzymes involved in various processes like clotting, and disease fighting.

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Cell Membrane Proteins

Proteins in the cell membrane that help transport materials and maintain cell shape.

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Membrane Protein Location

Cell membrane proteins can be on the surface or fully embedded within the cell membrane, alongside phospholipids.

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Membrane Protein Function

Membrane proteins transport nutrients, wastes, and help the cell maintain its shape.

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Membrane Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates on the cell membrane surface, for cell identification and interactions with other cells.

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Carbohydrate Connections

Carbohydrates link with lipids (forming glycolipids) and proteins (forming glycoproteins).

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Cell Membrane Structure

A double layer of phospholipids forming a barrier between the cell and its environment.

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Phospholipid Composition

Each phospholipid has a water-loving head and a water-fearing tail, forming two layers.

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Hydrophilic Heads

Water-loving parts of phospholipids that face the water-based environments.

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Hydrophobic Tails

Water-fearing parts of phospholipids that face inward, away from water.

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Fluid-Repellent Region

The space between phospholipid layers. A barrier that's semipermeable.

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Membrane Proteins (Function)

Perform diverse tasks like transporting molecules, recognizing cells, and protecting against harm.

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Transport Proteins

Proteins that help move molecules across the membrane.

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Cell Recognition

Proteins identifying and interacting with other cells or molecules and signaling outside of the cell.

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Protein Locations

Embedded or on the surface, depending on their role. Protein arrangement is variable.

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Nutrient transport (proteins)

Proteins help move nutrients across the cell space between the phospholipid layers.

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Study Notes

Fluid Mosaic Model

  • The fluid mosaic model describes how nutrients are transported into and out of the cell.
  • Nutrient and waste transport may be passive (no energy required) or active (energy required).
  • Passive transport can occur through diffusion, where molecules flow from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration (down a concentration gradient).
  • If molecules diffuse through a semipermeable membrane, the process is called osmosis.

Assisted Transport

  • In cells, a type of assisted passive transport called facilitated diffusion works because of transport proteins, which create membrane-spanning portals for specific molecules or attach to a specific molecule on one side of the membrane, carry it to the other side, and release it.

Active Transport

  • In contrast, active transport is fueled by a coenzyme called adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which delivers chemical energy captured from the breakdown of food to other parts of the cell to move molecules up a concentration gradient.
  • Active transport allows the cell to expel waste ions, such as sodium (Na+), from the cell even though the concentration of sodium ions outside the cell may be higher than the concentration inside.

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This quiz explores the fluid mosaic model of cell membranes and the different mechanisms of nutrient transport, including passive and active transport. You'll learn about diffusion, osmosis, and the role of transport proteins in facilitated diffusion. Test your understanding of how cells manage the movement of materials.

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