Biological Membranes definitions Flashcards

Cell membranes are composed of a dynamic phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins, allowing fluidity and diverse functionality.

A dynamic bilayer of phospholipids with embedded proteins, allowing selective permeability and fluidity, essential for cellular function and communication.

A dynamic structure of two phospholipid layers with embedded proteins, forming the fundamental architecture of cellular membranes.

Long hydrocarbon chains with a carboxyl group at one end, serving as building blocks of lipids and components of phospholipids in cell membranes.

Biological macromolecules that are embedded in a dynamic lipid bilayer, playing crucial roles in cellular structure, function, and signaling.

Proteins that interact favorably with water, often found on the exterior of cell membranes, aiding in cellular communication and transport.