The cell membrane separates the interior of a cell from the outside environment.
6.1: Tutorial: Active versus passive movement of molecules
6.1: Tutorial: Active versus passive movement of molecules,
Discover Biology 3rd Edition,
W.W. Norton Company,
"This tutorial explains how cells use active and passive transport to move materia
http://nortonbooks.com/college/biology/animations/...
6.3: Activity: Animal cell junctions
6.3: Activity: Animal cell junctions,
Discover Biology 3rd Edition,
W.W. Norton Company,
Interactive junction labeling activity,
http://nortonbooks.com/college/biology/animations/...
7th Grade Unit 3: Cell Membrane7th Grade Unit 3: Cell Membrane,
By Mr. Bucs, White Brook Middle School,
Easthampton, MA,
One page of a much larger website that explains cell membranes; click on the menu on the left side for in
http://www.easthampton.k12.ma.us/webpages/JBucs/ne...
Animation: Receptors Linked to a Channel ProteinAnimation: Receptors Linked to a Channel Protein,
Human Anatomy Student Edition,
McGraw-Hill Higher Education,
View the animation, then complete the quiz to test your knowledge of the concept.
http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0072495855/s...
Biomembranes I: Membrane Structure and TransportBiomembranes I: Membrane Structure and Transport,
BioCoach Activity,
Pearson Education,
"This BioCoach activity will help you review the structure of membranes and the variety of ways in which ma
http://www.phschool.com/science/biology_place/bioc...
Biomembranes II: Membrane Dynamics and CommunicationBiomembranes II: Membrane Dynamics and Communication,
BioCoach Activity,
Pearson Education, Inc.,
"This BioCoach activity will help you review how regions of membrane pinch inward or bud outward
http://www.phschool.com/science/biology_place/bioc...
Cell Function - PhagocytosisCell Function - Phagocytosis,
Biology4kids.com,
An introduction to phagocytosis.
Visit the website to learn more.
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell2_phagocytos...
Cell Functions: Passive TransportCell Functions: Passive Transport,
Biology4kids.com,
Introduction to passive transport.
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell2_passivetra...
Cell Junctions
Cell Junctions
By Jonathan Jones
Biology-Rererence.com
Article, with illustrations, on tight junctions, gap junctions, and desmosomes and hemidesmosomes and how they are different.
http://www.biologyreference.com/Ce-Co/Cell-Junctio...
Cell Junctions - Video
Cell Junctions,
May 4, 2014,
By Khan Academy,
Video length: 04:28.
Learn about the three major types of cell junctions and their functions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Cell membrane
Cell membrane
Wikipedia.org
Very thorough article; discusses its function, structure, composition, and more. Click on illustrations to enlarge.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cell_membrane
cell membranecell membrane,
By David Darling,
DavidDarling.info,
Encyclopedia article on cell membranes, with illustration.
http://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/C/cellme...
cell membrane
cell membrane
By David Darling
DavidDarling.info
Encyclopedia article on cell membranes, with illustration.
http://www.daviddarling.info/encyclopedia/C/cellme...
Cell membrane
Cell membrane
Simple English Wikipedia
The cell membrane is a thin flexible layer around cells of animals and plants (and other organisms).
Please visit the website for illustrations and t
http://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cell_membrane
Cell Membrane The Cell Membrane,
Georgia State University,
Excellent sketch and illustrations on cell membrane and cell transport.
http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/Hbase/Biology...
Cell MembraneCell Membrane,
By John Kyrk,
Animated essentials of cell membrane structure; interesting but more for advanced students.
http://www.johnkyrk.com/cellmembrane.html
Cell MembraneCell Membrane,
Written by tutor Shannon M.,
Wyzant.com
Combination of text and illustrations.
http://www.wyzant.com/resources/lessons/science/bi...
Cell MembraneCell Membrane
By Kevin C. Hartzog
SAS' Cell Biology Page
A high school teacher's supplemental material for his class.
http://www.starsandseas.com/SAS%20Cells/cellmemb.h...
Cell Membrane
The Cell Membrane
BiologyMad.com
Text and illustrations explaining the structure of the membrane, the methods used to move materials into and out of the cell, passive and active transport, and
http://www.biologymad.com/cells/cellmembrane.htm
Cell membraneCell membrane,
Kids.net.au Encyclopedia,
A description of the cell membrane for younger students.
http://encyclopedia.kids.net.au/page/ce/Cell_membr...
Cell Membrane - Biology Q&ACell Membrane - Biology Q&A,
Biology Questions and Answers,
Excellent for reviewing everything about membranes.
http://www.biology-questions-and-answers.com/cell-...
Cell Membrane Fluidity - Video
Cell Membrane Fluidity,
Sept. 17, 2013,
By Khan Academy,
Video length: 07:03.
Learn how the phospholipids in the cell membrane maintain membrane fluidity. By William Tsai.
https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Cell Membrane Introduction - VideoCell Membrane Introduction,
Sept. 17, 2013,
By Khan Academy,
Video Length: 08:51.
Learn about how phospholipids form the cell membrane, and what types of molecules can passively diffuse thorug
https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Cell Membrane Proteins - Video
Cell Membrane Proteins,
Sept, 17, 2013,
By Khan Academy,
Video length: 08:10.
Learn about the different types of proteins that exist on the cell membrane. By William Tsai.
https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Cell Membrane Review
Cell Membrane Review
Biology Questions and Answers
A complete review of membranes, diffusion, osmosis, transport across membranes and cell membranes of course.
http://www.biology-questions-and-answers.com/cell-...
Cell MembranesCell Membranes,
By Professor John W. Kimball, retired,
A combination of text and illustrations. Click on a hypertext work and you'll be taken to a glossary for an explanation.
http://users.rcn.com/jkimball.ma.ultranet/BiologyP...
Cell MembranesCell Membranes,
By Paul Andersen,
Bozeman Science,
Video length: 11:03.
Paul Andersen explains how cells are selectively permeable with the help of their cell membrane. The main constituents o
http://www.bozemanscience.com/015-cell-membrane
Cell Membranes Tutorial Cell Membranes Tutorial,
The Biology Project,
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics,
University of Arizona,
Sixteen multiple choice questions; if you don't know the answer, you can
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/problem_se...
Cell Membranes TutorialCell Membranes Tutorial,
University of Arizona,
"This exercise introduces the dynamic complexes of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids that comprise cell membranes."
http://www.biology.arizona.edu/cell_bio/problem_se...
Cell Membranes, SpartkNotes
Cell Membranes
SpartkNotes.com
Text and illustrations explaining cell membrane function.
http://www.sparknotes.com/biology/cellstructure/ce...
Cell Membranes: Carrier ProteinsCell Membranes: Carrier Proteins,
College-cram.com,
Interactive illustration on carrier proteins; click active or passive transport, facilitated diffusion, or Na-K pump to learn about each.
http://www.college-cram.com/study/biology/presenta...
Cell Membranes: Lipid BilayerCell Membranes: Lipid Bilayer,
College-cram.com,
Interactive illustration; click on the topic you want information on.
http://www.college-cram.com/study/biology/presenta...
Cell Membranes: Plasma Membrane - Animal CellCell Membranes: Plasma Membrane - Animal Cell,
College-cram.com,
Interactive illustration; click on the topic you want to learn about.
http://www.college-cram.com/study/biology/presenta...
Cell Membranes: Structure and FunctionCell Membranes: Structure and Function,
Mr. Allan,
ScienceGeek.net,
Excellent interactive questions for reviewing cell membranes; many illustrations.
http://www.sciencegeek.net/Biology/review/U1Membra...
Cell Structure: Cell MembranesCell Structure: Cell Membranes,
Biology4kids.com,
An introduction to cell membranes.
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell_membrane.ht...
Cell Structure: Membrane ProteinsCell Structure: Membrane Proteins,
Biology4kids.com,
An introduction to membrane proteins.
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell_membprot.ht...
Cells - What Is A Cell Membrane?Cells - What Is A Cell Membrane?,
KidsBiology.com,
Text and illustrations explaining what a cell membrane is and its function.
http://www.kidsbiology.com/biology_basics/cells_ti...
Cellular TransportCellular Transport,
Interactive Animations, College level,
Wiley.com,
"Use this presentation to have a better understanding of the different types of transports that occur across a membrane barri
http://www.wiley.com/legacy/college/boyer/04700037...
Chapter 5 Lecture - MembranesChapter 5 Lecture - Membranes,
Biology 1111,
Northland Community College,
A lecture in Powerpoint format providing a close-up look at membranes, passive & active transport, osmosis, and more. Man
http://programs.northlandcollege.edu/biology/Johns...
Concept 1: Membrane StructureConcept 1: Membrane Structure,
Bio Coach Activity,
Pearson Publishers,
Animation, review and interactive quiz.
http://www.phschool.com/science/biology_place/bioc...
Concepts in Biochemistry - Interactive Animations
Concepts in Biochemistry - Interactive Animations
Wiley.com
Interactive animations on cellular transport, membranes, diffusion/osmosis, passive and active transport.
http://www.wiley.com/legacy/college/boyer/04700037...
Construction of the Cell Membrane
Construction of the Cell Membrane
By Barbara Liang
Wisc-Online.com
"The student studies the structure of the cell membrane by constructing it using the correct molecules."
http://www.wisc-online.com/Objects/ViewObject.aspx...
Essential Biochemistry - Membrane TransportEssential Biochemistry - Membrane Transport,
John Wiley & Sons,
AP or College Level Biology,
"Narrated animation on importance of membrane transport, its mechanisms and uses, and transport protei
http://www.wiley.com/college/pratt/0471393878/stud...
Function of cell membraneFunction of cell membrane,
NEWTON Ask A Scientist Biology Archive,
Argonne National Laboratory,
An explanation of the cell membrane's function.
http://www.newton.dep.anl.gov/askasci/bio99/bio993...
Functions of the Cell Membrane
Functions of the Cell Membrane,
IvyRose Holistic,
A diagram and table showing cell membrane functions.
http://www.ivyroses.com/Biology/Cells/Cell-Membran...
How Does a Cell Maintain Homeostasis?How Does a Cell Maintain Homeostasis?,
By Marissa Willman, eHow Contributor,
"The main part of the cell that works to maintain homeostasis is the cell membrane. That's the outer wall between the c
http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4566607_cell-maintain...
How Things Get In/Out of Cells How Things Get In/Out of Cells,
Biology 150,
Charles Mallery, Associate Professor,
University of Miami Biology Department,
Online lecture notes from class; hypertext links take you to ill
http://www.bio.miami.edu/~cmallery/150/memb/membra...
Integral membrane proteins
Integral membrane proteins
Department of Biology
Brooklyn CUNY
Explanation and illustration.
http://academic.brooklyn.cuny.edu/biology/bio4fv/p...
Lipid bilayer
Lipid bilayer
Wikipedia.org
The lipid bilayer is a thin membrane made of two layers of lipid molecules. These membranes are flat sheets that form a continuous barrier around cells.
Visit the
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lipid_bilayer
Membrane
Membrane
Infoplease.com
Brief encyclopedia article on the membrane, the external boundary of cells.
http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/sci/A0832623.html
Membrane Structure and Function Multiple Choice Quiz
Membrane Structure and Function Multiple Choice Quiz,
Mader Inquiry Into Life,
By Sylvia S. Mader,
McGraw-Hill Higher Education,
Get your thinking hat on because this multiple choice quiz has
http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0072421975/s...
Membrane Transport
Membrane Transport
Northland Community and Technical College
Shockwave animated movie; click on passive transport or active transport.
http://www.northland.cc.mn.us/biology/Biology1111/...
Membrane transport protein
Membrane transport protein
Wikipedia.org
A membrane transport protein (or simply transporter) is a protein involved in the movement of ions, small molecules, or macromolecules, such as another p
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Membrane_transport_pr...
MembranesMembranes,
Internet Bio-Ed Project,
Grade 10 Syllabus,
University of Western Cape,
Illustration with important facts about membranes.
http://www.bcb.uwc.ac.za/Sci_Ed/grade10/cells/memb...
Membranes: Course-Notes.orgMembranes
AP Biology
Course-Notes.org
Good notes when studying active transport, passive transport, and the phospholipid layer.
http://www.course-notes.org/biology/topic_notes/06...
Passive Transport and Active TransportPassive Transport and Active Transport
By Dr. Sumaiya Khan
Buzzle.com
"What is the difference between passive transport and active transport? How is passive transport and active transport execute
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/passive-transport-a...
Plasma Membrane - Animal CellPlasma Membrane - Animal Cell,
Professor Cram,
College-cram.com,
Interactive illustration; click on the topic you want to learn about.
http://www.college-cram.com/study/biology/cell-mem...
Plasma Membrane Movie
Plasma Membrane Movie
Biology 115
Western Kentucky University
Lipid Movie
The cell membrane is a flexible lipid bilayer. The lipid molecules (mostly phospholipids) that make up the membrane ha
http://bioweb.wku.edu/courses/biol115/wyatt/bioche...
Quiz on Cell BiologyQuiz on Cell Biology,
Created by genesis2,
ProProfs Quiz School,
'The quiz is designed to find out why active transport needs energy. '
http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php...
Six facts about the membrane
Six facts about the membrane
KScience
What are membranes made of? Find out here.
http://www.kscience.co.uk/as/module1/membrane.htm
Spirals: The Cell MembraneSpirals: The Cell Membrane,
By Gabriela C. Weaver,
Campbell County School District,
Nice easy-to-understand explanation of the function and chemistry of the cell membrane.
http://web.ccsd.k12.wy.us/techcurr/Science/04/0401...
The Virtual Cell Textbook - Cell BiologyThe Virtual Cell Textbook - Cell Biology,
ibiblio - The Public's Library and Digital Archive,
Part of a much larger website on cell biology, this section has illustrations, animations, and text th
http://www.ibiblio.org/virtualcell/textbook/chapte...
Tight Junctions (and other cellular connections)
Tight Junctions (and other cellular connections)
Developed by undergraduate biology researchers working with Dr. Karen Bernd at Davidson College.
Text and large images, from other resources, on
http://www.bio.davidson.edu/people/kabernd/BerndCV...
Transmembrane protein
Transmembrane protein
Wikipedia.org
Article describes the two types of transmembrane proteins and other related topics.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transmembrane_protein
Transport Across Cell Membranes
Transport Across Cell Membranes,
By Paul Andersen,
Bozeman Science,
Video length: 13:57.
Paul Andersen describes how cells move materials across the cell membrane. All movement can be classi
http://www.bozemanscience.com/016-transport-across...
Transport MethodsTransport Methods,
Biology-Innovation Revision,
A review and videos on diffusion, osmosis, pinocytosis & phagocytosis, endocytosis & exocytosis, and active transport.
http://www.biology-innovation.co.uk/transport_meth...
What are channel proteins?
What are channel proteins?
Answers! Yahoo
Visit the website for several answers.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index...
What Are Gap Junctions? What Are Gap Junctions?
Written by Caitlin Kenney
Wisegeek.com
"Gap junctions are cylindrical channels between animal cells that allow small molecules and ions to pass from the inside of one ce
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-gap-junctions.htm
What are peripheral proteins?
What are peripheral proteins?
Wiki Answers
Visit the web site for the answer.
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_peripheral_prot...
What Are Tight Junctions? What Are Tight Junctions?
Written by H. Colledge
Wisegeek.com
"A tight junction, also known as a zona occludens, is one of a group of junctions that join cells to one another and to the tissues
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-tight-junctions.h...
What Is a Transmembrane Protein? What Is a Transmembrane Protein?,
Wisegeek.com,
"A transmembrane protein is a protein which spans the entire length of the cell membrane."
Visit the web site for the rest of the article.
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-transmembrane-pr...