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Artemon [7]
3 years ago
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What is the function of the cell membrane? The cell membrane controls what goes into the cell (food) and what leaves the cell (w

aste). The cell membrane protects the cell from damage. The cell membrane controls the amount of water that goes into the cell and stores it there if it doesn't rain. The cell membrane allows air to enter, but won't allow water to enter into the cell.
Biology
1 answer:
lord [1]3 years ago
3 0

Answer:

Cell membranes serve as barriers and gatekeepers. They are semi-permeable, which means that some molecules can diffuse across the lipid bilayer but others cannot. Small hydrophobic molecules and gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide cross membranes rapidly

Explanation:

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