Cell+Membrane

=Cell Membrane =
 * Functions: ** The function of the cell membrane is to act as a barrier between the inner and outter environment of a cell. It is a protective covering which is also know as the plasma membrane. It is is formed to hold the cytoplasm and the other organelles and select chemicals to pass in and out of cells.


 * Location: ** The location of the cell membrane is located in both plant and animal cells.


 * Nickname: ** A nickname for the cell membrane would be a "gate" because it controls the flow of molecules in and out of a cell.


 * Friends: ** The cell membrane does not work with any other parts, but it works by itself deciding what should enter the cell and what should not.


 * Distinguishing Characterisics: ** The cell membrane decides what goes in the cell and what does not. It also contains a wide variety of proteins and lipids that are involved in a process called cell adhesion.