Biology: Life on Earth
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ISBN: 9780321729712
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
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Describe and diagram the structure of a plasma membrane. What are the two principal types of molecules in plasma membranes, and what is the general function of each?
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1. Membranes consist of a bilayer of ________....Ch. 5 - A membrane that is permeable to some substances...Ch. 5 - Facilitated diffusion involves either _____...Ch. 5 - Prob. 4FTBCh. 5 -
5. After each molecule, place the two-word term...Ch. 5 - Prob. 6FTBCh. 5 - Describe and diagram the structure of a plasma...Ch. 5 - Prob. 2RQCh. 5 - What are the five categories of proteins commonly...Ch. 5 - Prob. 4RQ
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6. Describe the following types of transport...Ch. 5 - Name the protein that allows facilitated diffusion...Ch. 5 - Imagine a container of glucose solution, divided...Ch. 5 - Prob. 9RQCh. 5 -
1. Different cells have different plasma...Ch. 5 - Predict and sketch the configuration of...Ch. 5 - The fluid portion of blood, in which red blood...Ch. 5 - Some cells in the nervous system wrap themselves...
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- List three functions of membrane proteins.arrow_forwardThe rigidity of the plasma membrane is an essential characteristic that allows for cells to survive and thrive in various environments. What are examples of conditions or molecules that can alter plasma membrane rigidity?arrow_forwardWhat is unique about plasma membrane? Why is it advantageous for the plasma membrane to be fluid in nature? How does the sodium-potassium pump contribute to the net negative charge of the interior of the cell? In medicine, why is it important to administer only isotonic intravenous solutions to patients? Example of isotonic IV fluids are normal saline and lactated Ringer’s solution. Potassium is a necessary nutrient in order to maintain the function of our cells. What would occur to a person that is deficient in potassium?arrow_forward
- What type of plasma membrane protein provides the means for moving materials across the plasma membrane? What are three subtypes?arrow_forwardDescribe the structure and the function of the plasma membrane.arrow_forward3)What is the second type of lipid that plays a major role in the plasma membrane? This lipid does not have polar and nonpolar regions (its not amphiphilic) but plays a critical role in membrane permeability. A)phospholipids b) steroid hormones c) Cholesterol 4)Which one of the following influences the rate at which diffusion can occur? Size of the concentration gradient Mass of the molecule Distance All of the above affect diffusion None of the above affect the diffusion ratearrow_forward
- Explain the concept of plasma membrane ?arrow_forwardDescribe two different ways that integral membrane proteins associatewith a membrane. How do peripheral membrane proteins associate witha membrane?arrow_forwardProteins which are only on one side of the plasma membrane and may not interact with the phospholipids directly. The proteins are often involved in intracellular signialing. a) cholesterol b) peripheral protein c) integral proteins D) glycolipidarrow_forward
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