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Selective permeability refers to the function of plasma membranes that is needed to maintain homeostasis in a cell and prevent foriegn substances from entering through the cells walls.
Some molecules can pass, some are blocked
Mattie Grant
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∙ 9y agoThe cell membrane has selective permeability, which means it is able to control which molecules cross it. The cell membrane is flexible and porous, rather than a sold structure.
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What is the meaning of permeability?
The quality or state of being permeable.
Use the term selectively permeable in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning?
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Are solutes always able to diffuse through a cell's selective permeable membrane?
No, cell membranes are semi-permeable, meaning they allow some solutes to pass through - but not others.
What is the active process of creating meaning by selecting organizing and interpreting the world around us?
The active process of creating meaning by selecting organizing and interpreting the world around us is known as perception.
Is a cell membrane permeable impermeable or partially permeable?
Plasma membranes are selectively permeable.
What is a membrane that allows some substances to pass through but excludes others?
A membrane that lets some substances pass through but not others is known as a semipermeable membrane. Other terms that describe this type of membrane are: selectively permeable, partially permeable, or differentially permeable.
Is cell wall is a permeable membrane?
it is not selective permeable. - Cell membranes are selective permeable. Cell walls are fully permeable - which means that it allows all substances/molecules to pass in and out of the cell. It is located outside of the membrane.
Is a cell wall permeable partially permeable or impermeable?
the cell wall is fully permeable
Is plant cell will semi permeable or fully permeable?
It is semi permeable [ the cell membrane]
Is oil permeable?
only solids can be permeable
Which blood vessel is permeable?
Only capillaries have permeable walls; veins and arteries are not permeable.
Why is a cell membrane called semi-permeable or selectively permeable?
As the cell membrane only allows certain substances to enter or leave the cell, meaning that while it IS permeable (as some substances can cross it), it is only selectively as not all substances are able to cross it, only some.
