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A lipid containing the element phosphorus, glycerol, and two fatty acids.
The main structural component of membranes. |
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| A thin, flexible barrier made with phospholipids with embedded proteins. |
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The process of entering a cell. The substance is surrounded by a membrane.
Ex: Phagocytosis & Pinocytosis |
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| The process of exiting a cell. |
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Going in and out of a cell without energy.
Ex: Diffusion, Osmosis, Facilitated Diffusion |
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| Going in and out of a cell with energy. Going against the concentration gradient. |
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| When particles move from an area where they are more concentrated to an area where they are less concentrated to reach equilibrium.(no energy) |
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| The diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane. |
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