Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 19 - Biochemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 728: 16

Answer

Phospholipids have the tendency to align themselves into two layers, referred to as the phospholipid bilayer. This creates an exterior membrane for cells that separates them from their surroundings. Glycolipids play a part in cell identity. They are fixed onto the cell membrane and allow cells to better communicate with one another to form tissue or maintain stability.

Work Step by Step

Phospholipids have the tendency to align themselves into two layers, referred to as the phospholipid bilayer. This creates an exterior membrane for cells that separates them from their surroundings. Glycolipids play a part in cell identity. They are fixed onto the cell membrane and allow cells to better communicate with one another to form tissue or maintain stability.
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