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What dos cell membrane do?

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It has several functions mainly:

1)Protects the inner part of the cell

2)Separates the cytoplasm from intercellular space (compartmentalization)

3)Allows the passage of ions, substances etc. by diffusion or transport proteins in or out of cell

4)Contains receptors for hormones mainly but other substances also.

5)Contains glycolipids that act as cell markers (they mark the cell in a certain tissue with a certain type for certain functions)

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