Wednesday 4 April 2012

BIO 12 Cell Membrane Components Functions



Transport Proteins- Regulate the movement of water-soluble molecules through the membrane. 
TWO TYPES:
  1. Channel Proteins- Form pores that allow smaller, water-soluble molecules to enter/exit the membrane (Passive Transport--Door)
  2. Carrier Proteins- Contain binding sites that require ATP energy to aid in the movement of molecules across the membrane (Active Transport--Endo- & Exocytosis--No size discrimination)


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