Describe the structure and function of membranes, especially the phospholipid bilayer

In this outcome, we’ll learn about the structure of membranes.

What You’ll Learn to Do

• Describe the structure of cell membranes
• Identify components of the cell membrane, including phospholipids, cholesterol, proteins, and carbohydrates
• Explain why hydrophilic substances cannot pass through the interior of the cell membrane

Learning Activities

The learning activities for this section include the following:

• Structure of the Cell Membrane
• Phospholipids
• Self Check: Structure of the Membrane