describe the structure and types of cell membrane ?
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The cell membrane, also known as the plasma membrane, is a double layer of lipids and proteins that surrounds a cell and separates the cytoplasm (the contents of the cell) from its surrounding environment. It is selectively permeable, which means that it only lets certain molecules enter and exit.
→ This membrane does not allow the passage of substances through them.
→ Example:
• Cutinised cell walls
→ This membrane allow the passage of substances through them.
→ Example:
• Cellulosic cell walls
→ This membrane allow the movement of solvent molecules through them but does not allow the passage of solute particles.
→ Example:
• Egg membrane
• Parchment membrane
→ This membrane normally Semipermeable but allow selective passage of solutes through them.
→ Example:
• Plasma membrane
• Tonoplast