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Cell Membrane

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

CELL MEMBRANE

BY ALLI VANDERVORST

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What is it?
A cell membrane is like an outer shell that surrounds the cytoplasm of a cell.

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What are its functions?
The cell membrane regulates what goes in and out of a cell, thus maintaining homeostasis

What is it made of?
The cell membrane is made up of lipid molecules (phospholipids), glycolipids, cholesterol, and certain proteins with specific functions

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Differences
Some membranes have an extra lipid bilayer, which is a layer of lipids. This provides extra protection

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