Plasma Membrane Quiz
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Which of the following is a key component of the plasma membrane?

  • Phospholipids (correct)
  • Cholesterol esters
  • Glycogen granules
  • Starch molecules
  • What is the main function of the plasma membrane?

  • Regulating the passage of substances into and out of the cell (correct)
  • Producing energy for the cell
  • Storing genetic information
  • Synthesizing proteins within the cell
  • What term describes the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration across the plasma membrane?

  • Endocytosis
  • Diffusion (correct)
  • Osmosis
  • Active transport
  • Which organelle is responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP in a cell?

    <p>Mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is involved in the synthesis of proteins in a cell?

    <p>Ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in a cell?

    <p>Peroxisomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Plasma Membrane

    • A key component of the plasma membrane is phospholipid bilayer.

    Functions of Plasma Membrane

    • The main function of the plasma membrane is to regulate the movement of materials in and out of the cell.

    Movement of Molecules

    • Diffusion is the term that describes the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration across the plasma membrane.

    Cellular Organelles

    • Mitochondria are the organelles responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP in a cell.
    • Ribosomes are the organelles involved in the synthesis of proteins in a cell.
    • The organelle responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in a cell is the Lysosome.

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    Test your knowledge of the plasma membrane with this quiz! Explore the main functions of the plasma membrane and identify its key components. Challenge yourself with questions about the movement of molecules across the membrane.

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