AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

TRANSPORT INTO AND OUT OF THE CELL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The function of the plasma membrane is ____
A
to regulate what enters and leaves the cell.
B
fight bacteria and viruses that enter the cell.
C
provide rigid support and protection to the cell.
D
make sure each cell can move
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cell membrane, also called the plasma membrane, is found in all cells and separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment. The cell membrane consists of a lipid bilayer that is semipermeable. The cell membrane regulates the transport of materials entering and exiting the cell.

Detailed explanation-2: -The plasma membrane, or the cell membrane, provides protection for a cell. It also provides a fixed environment inside the cell. And that membrane has several different functions. One is to transport nutrients into the cell and also to transport toxic substances out of the cell.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cell Membrane regulates what enters and leaves the cell and provides protection and support in Animal cells.

Detailed explanation-4: -The plasma membrane is selectively permeable; it regulates what passes from one side to the other. A selectively permeable membrane will allow water to flow freely while limiting the passage of molecules, especially large molecules or those with a charge.

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