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OpenStudy (anonymous):

function of cell membrane

OpenStudy (insa):

the cell membrane is a partially permeable membrane which means it lets selective materials to pass through it.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@insa is correct. You can think of the cell membrane as a wall with a small door. It protects the cell from harmful substances, but lets in some substances that the cell needs.

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