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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Biological Membranes

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Biological Membranes

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What are the functions of the selectively permeable plasma membrane?

Synthesizing proteins for cellular functions

Producing energy for cellular processes

Storing genetic information

Regulating the passage of substances into and out of the cell

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Understand the concept of a selectively permeable plasma membrane: It is a biological membrane that allows certain molecules or ions to pass through it by means of active or passive transport.

Recognize the primary function of the plasma membrane: It regulates the passage of substances into and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis by controlling the internal environment of the cell.

Differentiate between the functions listed: Synthesizing proteins, producing energy, and storing genetic information are functions of other cellular components, not the plasma membrane.

Identify the cellular components responsible for the other functions: Ribosomes synthesize proteins, mitochondria produce energy, and the nucleus stores genetic information.

Conclude that the plasma membrane's role is crucial for cellular communication and transport, ensuring that essential nutrients enter the cell while waste products are expelled.