What is the function of the cell membrane?
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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.
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What are phospholipids?
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Phospholipids are molecules that make up the cell membrane, consisting of a hydrophilic (water-loving) head and two hydrophobic (water-hating) tails.
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What role does cholesterol play in the cell membrane?
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Cholesterol helps to regulate the fluidity of the cell membrane, keeping it stable at varying temperatures.
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What are glycoproteins?
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Glycoproteins are proteins with carbohydrate chains attached, important for cell communication and recognition.
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What are glycolipids?
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Glycolipids are lipids with carbohydrate chains attached, also playing a role in cell recognition and communication.
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What does selective permeability mean?
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Selective permeability refers to the ability of the cell membrane to allow certain substances to pass while blocking others.
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What happens to phospholipids when the temperature increases?
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When the temperature increases, phospholipids can separate too much, which may disrupt the selective permeability of the membrane.
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