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1 December, 09:52

Overall, membranes seem to have a great deal in common, but on closer inspection it is revealed that membranes of different cells have unique properties. What is the primary component of membranes that gives membranes cell-specific properties?

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  1. 1 December, 10:12
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    Answer: Proteins.

    Explanation:

    Proteins are organic molecules made of amino acids which are arranged in a linear chain and joined together through a peptide bond.

    Membrane proteins are classified depending on their location:

    Integral membrane proteins are part of a cell membrane and can either penetrate the membrane or associate with one side of a membrane. Peripheral membrane proteins are transiently associated with the cell membrane.

    They perform many important functions:

    Membrane receptor proteins: relay signals between the internal and external environments. Transport proteins: move molecules and ions across the membrane. Membrane enzymes: transform a molecule into another form Cell adhesion molecules: allow cells to identify each other.
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