Name three components of a cell’s plasma membrane and explain why each component is important for the function of the cell.

What are the three major classes of plasma proteins? Briefly explain their functions

Describe the features of the plasma membrane and discuss how its structure contributes to the overall functioning of the cell (and the organism). You should include reference to membrane transport processes. Use extra paper if required.

Describe the structure of the plasma membrane.

Identify the cell part and describe its function.

Double membrane, with inner membrane folds enclosing important metabolic enzymes are _____.

What causes hair to grow?

(a) Where is the plasma membrane located on an animal cell? _____ (b) All organelles have a specialized function. What is the function of the plasma membrane? _____

Relate the bonds between phosphate groups in ATP to the release of energy when a molecule of ATP is changed to ADP.

Why did the project for the first-aid kit need to involve both community members and government officials?

Discuss the following problem. Microvilli increase the surface area of intestinal cells, providing more efficient absorption of nutrients. Microvilli are shown in profile and cross section. From the dimensions given in the figure, estimate the increase in surface area that microvilli provide (for the portion of the plasma membrane in contact with the lumen of the gut) relative to the corresponding surface of a cell with a “flat” plasma membrane.

Compare and contrast the structure of a cell wall and the structure of a cell membrane.

Define the term grieve.

How do the properties of phospholipids contribute to their role in forming the structural framework of membranes?

What questions you should ask in this situation: You see a TV news report stating that a certain food has been shown to increase the risk of heart disease. However, you have also read that the same food may help prevent cancer.