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Which one is hydrophobic and which one is hydrophyllic, the head or the tail of phospholipids. |
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head = hydrophyllic, tail = hydrophobic |
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because phospholipids have one positive and negative end, what kind of molecules are they? |
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name two properties of phospholipid molecules how they are adapted to their function. |
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bonds form between the phosphate heads and the surrounding water creating connected membrane, huge numbers of tails in the membrane so strong membrane. |
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What are the four functions of membrane proteins? |
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1. Transport (Channels for passive transport). 2. Cell to cell communication. 3. Enzymes that catalyze reactions within the cell. 4. Cell to cell adhesion |
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