The plasma membrane acts as a barrier in cells of all types to control the movement of substances into and out of the cell.

a. explain how the plasma membrane acts as a semi-permeable barrier to various types of molecules based on its molecular structure.

b. describe, in detail, three ways in which large molecules such as proteins can cross the plasma membrane.

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Ireland Kim

21 April, 17:27

The plasma membrane acts as a barrier in cells of all types to control the movement of substances into and out of the cell.

a. explain how the plasma membrane acts as a semi-permeable barrier to various types of molecules based on its molecular structure.

b. describe, in detail, three ways in which large molecules such as proteins can cross the plasma membrane.

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Landyn Dillon · Answer 1

A) plasma membranes are made up of phospholipid bilayer. They contain hydrophilic heads and hydrophobic tails. This means only lipid soluble substance will be able to pass through the plasma membrane.