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Cells

What are the main components of the plasma membrane?

Component Function
Cell surface markers Self-recognition; tissue recognition
Interior protein network Determines shape of cell
Phospholipid molecules Provide permeability barrier, matrix for proteins
Transmembrane proteins Transport molecules across membrane and against gradient


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