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  • Fluid Mosaic Model of the Cell Membrane: Structure & Components
    The structure of a cell plasma membrane, with its oily nature and embedded proteins, is described as the fluid mosaic model.

    Here's why:

    * Fluid: The phospholipid bilayer, the foundation of the membrane, is fluid. The phospholipids can move laterally within the membrane, giving it flexibility.

    * Mosaic: The membrane is a mosaic because it contains a variety of different components, including phospholipids, cholesterol, proteins, and carbohydrates. These components are arranged in a complex pattern, like tiles in a mosaic.

    So, the fluid mosaic model accurately reflects the dynamic and complex nature of the cell membrane.

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