Here's why:
* Phospholipid bilayer: This is the fundamental structure of cell membranes. It's a double layer of phospholipid molecules, with their hydrophilic (water-loving) heads facing the watery environment inside and outside the cell, and their hydrophobic (water-fearing) tails facing each other in the middle.
* Function: The cell membrane acts as a barrier, controlling what enters and exits the cell. It's also involved in cell signaling and communication.
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