In 6.2-6.3, I learned about the cell membrane and how important of a role it has in the processes of cells.
- Specifically, I focussed on what they are made up of. Membranes are made up of phospholipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. The membrane must be fluid so that things can move in and out of it easily. Therefore, the phospholipids, proteins and carbs must be held together loosely by weak interaction.
- What I found a little difficult was the importance of the phospholipid bilayer and its relationship with proteins.
- How is structure related to function?
- The weak interactions of the phospholipids and proteins allow the membrane to be fluid. A fluid membrane signifies that vesicles and other material can easily flow in and out of the cell through the cell membrane.
Jell-O:
- composed of long, stick like molecules; when dissolved in water, molecules seperate
- when liquid cools, molecules stick back together like a giant thing of straws
- made from cow/pig hooves, bones, connective tisssuew
- gelatin, water, sugar, glavorings, good coloring
- gelatin: processed collagen (animals)
- collagen: protein (amino acid building blocks)
- gelatin proteings made up of glycine, proline, etc.
- PROTEIN KEEPS SHAPE
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http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_does_jello_work
