Test Prep Sheet for Cell Membrane and Cellular Transport –Test Date Nov. 13th and 14th
1. Draw the structure of the cell membrane. Make sure to include the phospholipids and different
types of proteins. On your diagram identify the properties of the head and tail of the phospholipids.
Also define the function of each type of protein.
2. What are the two characteristics that are used by the cell membrane to determine if an object can
diffuse through the cell membrane? Explain
3. What are the 4 major functions of the cell membrane?
4. What are the 3 types of Passive Transport? Outline each one and explain why these 3 are categorized
as Passive.
5. What are the types of Active Transport? Outline each one and explain why they are categorized as
Active.
6. Draw a picture showing Isotonic Solutions and Explain what is occurring and why.
7. Draw a picture showing Hypertonic Solutions and Explain what is occurring and why.
8. Draw a picture showing Hypotonic Solutions and Explain what is occurring and why.
9. Explain Turgor pressure and Plasmolysis. (how it relates to plant survival and Osmosis.
10. Explain Cytolysis