Practice - Plasma Membrane
Practice Questions
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What are the two main components of the plasma membrane?
💡 Hint: Think of what makes up the bilayer.
What is meant by 'selective permeability'?
💡 Hint: Consider how a filter works.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of the plasma membrane?
💡 Hint: Think about what keeps the cell's internal environment stable.
True or False: The plasma membrane has no role in cell communication.
💡 Hint: Consider how cells send signals to each other.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss how changes in temperature can affect the fluidity of the plasma membrane and what consequences that may have for a cell.
💡 Hint: Consider how cold affects butter versus how heat affects it.
Evaluate the role of cholesterol in the plasma membrane and how it aids in membrane stability.
💡 Hint: Think about how cholesterol acts as a buffer for the membrane.
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