10 Questions
Which part of the cell serves as a barrier or boundary?
Plasma membrane
What is the function of the plasma membrane?
To control traffic into and out of the cell
What is selective permeability?
The ability of the plasma membrane to allow only certain substances to cross
Why is the ability of the cell to discriminate in its chemical exchange with the environment important?
It is fundamental to life
What makes selectivity possible in cell membranes?
The plasma membrane and its component molecules
True or false: The plasma membrane surrounds the contents of a cell and serves as a barrier or boundary?
True
True or false: The plasma membrane exhibits selective permeability?
True
True or false: The ability of the cell to discriminate in its chemical exchange with its environment is fundamental to life?
True
True or false: The plasma membrane and its component molecules make selectivity possible?
True
True or false: Cell membranes control the passage of substances?
True
Test your knowledge on membrane structure and function in this quiz! Learn about the plasma membrane's role as a boundary in cells and its ability to control transport. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand this essential aspect of cell biology.
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