Cell Membrane Model

The Bubble Lab

Cell Membrane

Phospholipid Molecule

Phospholipid MoleculeHydro =

waterPhillic = loving

Phobic=fear

Phospholipid bilayer

2 layers of phospholipid molecules.Arranged so hydrophillic (water loving” “heads” face outward toward water.

Phospholipid Molecule

Fluid MosaicvideoCalled the “fluid mosaic” model, because proteins can move within the membrane.