The Cell Membrane

Today in class we:
Discussed the components of the cell membrane

• Phospholipid bilayer

- Hydrophilic phosphate heads
- Hydrophobic fatty acid tails

• Integral and Peripheral proteins
• Carbohydrate chains

- Fluid mosaic model of cell membranes

Worked on cell membrane model lab

Homework for Thursday:
Complete cell membrane model worksheet
Quiz corrections