What is the plasma membrane?
Plasma Membrane Structure

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The plasma membrane is a biological membrane that separates and protects the interior of all cells from the external environment.
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What are the main components of the plasma membrane?
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The main components of the plasma membrane are phospholipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and cholesterol.
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What is the function of phospholipids in the plasma membrane?
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Phospholipids form a bilayer that provides a barrier to most water-soluble substances, allowing selective permeability.
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What role do proteins play in the plasma membrane?
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Proteins in the plasma membrane assist in transport, act as receptors, and provide structural support.
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What is the difference between peripheral and integral proteins?
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Peripheral proteins are attached to the surface of the membrane, while integral proteins are embedded within the membrane.
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What is the function of cholesterol in the plasma membrane?
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Cholesterol helps to stabilize the fluidity of the plasma membrane, making it less permeable to very small water-soluble molecules.
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What are channel proteins?
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Channel proteins are integral proteins that allow specific molecules or ions to pass through the membrane without using energy.
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