Cell Membrane Structure

Which is NOT function of the cell membrane?

• To protect the cell

• To allow materials to enter the cell.

• To allow the cell to remove waste

• Trick Question! These are all functions of the cell membrane.

Which part of the Phospholipid is hydrophobic, or hates water?

• The phosphate head

• The fatty acid tails

Which part of the Phospholipid is hydrophilic, or loves water?

• The phosphate head

• The fatty acid tails

Phospholipids both like and hate water. We say these molecules are...

• amphipathic

• hydrophobic

• hydrophilic

Which protein from the list below helps the cell move large molecules inside of itself?

• Glycoprotein

• Channel Protein

• Enzyme

Which of the following are NOT a transport protein?

• Gated Ion Channel

• Channel Protein

• Carrier Protein

• Enzyme

Phospholipids are arranged...

• With the fatty acid tails facing inwards away from water

• With the fatty acid tails facing outwards towards water

• With only one layer

The cell membrane is like a mosaic...

• because it is a painting

• because it is made of many different parts, like a mosaic

• because it is colorful

What delivers vitamins and nutrients to the cell membrane?

• The skin

• The kidneys

• Arteries and Veins

What does the cell consider to be a waste product?

• Water

• Sugars

• Proteins