Section: Module 2: Lesson 3: Cellular Membrane and Transport | Biology | NextGenU.org

  • Learning Objectives:
    • Describe the functions and characteristics of the plasma membrane.
    • Describe the concepts of active and passive transport in connection to the biochemical model and molecular structure of the plasma membrane.
    • Identify the components of the endomembrane system and the relationship between the endomembrane system and its functions.
    • Describe and be able to differentiate, based on structure and function, the different proteins that make up the cytoskeleton.
    • Describe osmosis and explain its role within molecules and its importance on making a balance in bodily functions.
    • Identify the characteristic of lipids and be able to differentiate between the four types of lipids presented.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 5 hours and 28 minutes.

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