Homeostasis and the Plasma Membrane

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Which type of biological macromolecule is the main component of the plasma membrane?

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Lipid

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What is the "big idea" of the fluid mosaic model of plasma membranes?

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A plasma membrane is a mosaic of components that move freely and fluidly.

Front

This is used for comparison in an experiment.

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Control

Front

What is the meaning of -phobic?

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Fearing

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What does "hydrophilic" mean?

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Water loving, associates with water.

Front

What is homeostasis?

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The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

Front

What role do proteins play in the plasma membrane?

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Proteins assist in transport, act as receptors, and provide structural support.

Front

What is the function of cholesterol in the plasma membrane?

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Cholesterol helps to stabilize the membrane's fluidity.

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Define selective permeability.

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The ability of the plasma membrane to allow certain substances to pass while blocking others.

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What does it mean if a molecule is hydrophobic?

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It means the molecule is water fearing and does not associate with water.