Question

What best explains the relationship between structure and function of the cell membrane?

A. The single layer membrane surrounding the outside of the cell allows for the easy removal of waste.

B. The lipids and proteins that make up the membrane allow it to be selective about what enters and leaves the cell.

C. The fluid inside the membrane buffers the chemical reactions taking place inside the cell.

D. The lipids forming the membrane provide energy for protein synthesis.

Answer 1

I can't figure it out but I'm sure @Abhisar could.

Answer 2

Which do you think it is? Why or why not? It would be easier to tutor you if you explained what about the question is giving you trouble.

Answer 3

I know the cell membrane surrounds the cell and acts as a selective barrier. But that is all I really understand

Answer 4

yes, the answer to this question should be B

Answer 5

OH!

Answer 6

Phospholipids are a major component of cell membranes. They form a lipid bilayer in which their hydrophillic (attracted to water) head areas spontaneously arrange to face the aqueous cytosol and the extracellular fluid, while their hydrophobic (repelled by water) tail areas face away from the cytosol and extracellular fluid. The lipid bilayer is semi-permeable, allowing only certain molecules to diffuse across the membrane.

Answer 7

Thank you @Abhisar

Answer 8

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