Elementary Membrane

Elementary Membrane

A membrane structural element of many cellular organelles, consisting of two layers of protein molecules, between which there are layers of lipid or other molecules. Elementary membranes play an important role in the cell, separating its internal contents from the external environment and providing selective permeability for various substances. They also serve as the basis for many cellular organelles, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum and others. The structure of the elementary membrane allows you to regulate the flow of nutrients into the cell, the removal of waste products, as well as the transmission of signals from the external environment into the cell. The study of the properties and functions of elementary membranes is important for understanding the processes of cell life.