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All cells are surrounded by a cell membrane - which is mostly a bilayer (double layer) of phospholipids.

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What are animalia cell walls made of?

only plant cells have cell wall, animalia only has the cell mebrane


What is a single layered cell membrane?

A single-layered cell membrane, often referred to as a monolayer, consists of a single layer of phospholipids arranged with their hydrophilic heads facing outward and hydrophobic tails oriented inward. This structure can be found in certain types of cells or artificial lipid membranes, where it serves as a barrier that regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell. Unlike the more common double-layered (bilayer) membranes, a monolayer may have unique properties and functions, particularly in specialized applications such as biosensors or in lipid monolayer studies.


Why people study cytology?

The purpose of studying cytology is to learn and better understand cell structure and how cells interact with their surrounding environment.


What is nuclear membrane-?

The double-layered membrane enclosing the nucleus of a cell.


What is the double layered cap on the glomerulus?

The double-layered cap on the glomerulus refers to the structure formed by the Bowman's capsule, which encases the glomerular capillaries in the kidney. The outer layer, known as the parietal layer, consists of simple squamous epithelium, while the inner layer, or visceral layer, is made up of specialized cells called podocytes that wrap around the capillaries. This arrangement facilitates the filtration of blood, allowing water, ions, and small molecules to pass into the Bowman's space while retaining larger blood components.

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Is a cell membrane a plant structure or animal structure?

Cell membranes are found surrounding both plant and animal cells


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What are animalia cell walls made of?

only plant cells have cell wall, animalia only has the cell mebrane


Similarities between eukaryote and prokaryote?

Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells both have a double layered cell membrane and they both contain DNA.


Why study cytology?

The purpose of studying cytology is to learn and better understand cell structure and how cells interact with their surrounding environment.


What you call a scientist who studies cells?

A scientist who studies cells is called a cell biologist or a cellular biologist. They focus on the structure, function, and behavior of cells, as well as how they interact with their surrounding environment.


What is a single layered cell membrane?

A single-layered cell membrane, often referred to as a monolayer, consists of a single layer of phospholipids arranged with their hydrophilic heads facing outward and hydrophobic tails oriented inward. This structure can be found in certain types of cells or artificial lipid membranes, where it serves as a barrier that regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell. Unlike the more common double-layered (bilayer) membranes, a monolayer may have unique properties and functions, particularly in specialized applications such as biosensors or in lipid monolayer studies.


What is the term for a single layered arrangement of epithelial cells?

Simple.


Why people study cytology?

The purpose of studying cytology is to learn and better understand cell structure and how cells interact with their surrounding environment.


What is the importance of the cells phospholipids?

Phospholipids are the prime building blocks for all known life forms and are important in cell structure because they form a double layer of protein and other substances constitutes the membrane surrounding the cell. They are also able to spontaneously assemble into the most basic life giving structure (membranes).


What is nuclear membrane-?

The double-layered membrane enclosing the nucleus of a cell.


What is the double layered cap on the glomerulus?

The double-layered cap on the glomerulus refers to the structure formed by the Bowman's capsule, which encases the glomerular capillaries in the kidney. The outer layer, known as the parietal layer, consists of simple squamous epithelium, while the inner layer, or visceral layer, is made up of specialized cells called podocytes that wrap around the capillaries. This arrangement facilitates the filtration of blood, allowing water, ions, and small molecules to pass into the Bowman's space while retaining larger blood components.