The basic functions of the cell

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Components of the membrane

 Protein 55%
 Phospholipids 25%
 Cholesterol 13%
 Other lipids 4%
 Carbohydrates 3%

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Lipid phosphatidate fatty acid

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Temperature Effects

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The functions of the membrane proteins

 Ion channels
 Carriers----facilitated diffusion
 Pumps----actively transport ions
 Receptors----bind neurotransmitters and hormones
 ….

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Passive Transportation

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Simple Diffusion

 Substances are soluble in lipids

 Diffuse across membrane directly
 Flow down their concentrantion
gradient
( O2, CO2 and alchohol)

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Facilitated Diffusion
 Substances are insoluble in lipids
(Ions, amino acids, water)
1) Carrier mediated diffusion
2) Channel mediated diffusion

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Passive Transportation

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