The Cell Membrane. What is the cell membrane? AKA: Plasma membrane The boundary between the cell and the environment Does every cell have a cell membrane?
Lipid Structure Fats, Oils, Waxes Provide energy for cells, cell structure, insulation – Lipids & Proteins compose the cell membrane – Cholesterol:
Honors Biology. BIG biological molecules ◦ Made of smaller parts Monomers Carbon-based (organic) ◦ Carbohydrates ◦ Nucleic acids ◦ Proteins ◦ Lipids.
Basic Unit of Life: The Cell
A soap molecule has a long hydrocarbon chain and a charged head. Soap will form a mono- molecular film on water.
