2.4 Plasma Membranes - Review

This review will guide you through an adaptive, research-backed study session. As you answer questions, we will actively assess your current understanding of the material. Questions will continue to be drawn until you have demonstrated mastery of each learning objective.

Reviews are graded based on completion. You will receive full credit for achieving 100% mastery or answering all questions.

Learning objectives for this review:

  • Identify the components of the phospholipid bilayer and their arrangement in the membrane.
  • Discuss how the fluidity of the membrane and the mosaic of embedded proteins contribute to membrane function.
  • Describe the functions of different types of membrane proteins, including transporters, receptors, and enzymes.