Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1477
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Cell membrane lipid bilayer, artwork F007 / 1477
Phospholipid bilayer. Computer artwork of the phospholipid bilayer that forms the membrane around all living cells. The cell membrane is made of phospholipid molecules. The molecules line up in two sheets, with the hydrophilic tails projecting inward and their polar head groups projecting outwards. The hydrophilic surface on both sides of the membrane, is the point of contact for molecules leaving or entering the cell. The lipid content of the membrane allows the cell membrane to automatically repair itself when it is torn
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Cell Biology Cell Membrane Cell Structure Cytology Hydrophobic Ions Lipid Lipid Bilayer Lipid Layer Membrane Membranes Microbiology Phospholipid Bilayer Plasma Plasma Membrane Polypeptide Chain Proteins Transport Protein
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This artwork, titled "Cell membrane lipid bilayer" offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the intricate structure that surrounds all living cells. Created through computer-generated imagery, this illustration showcases the phospholipid bilayer that forms the cell membrane. The phospholipid molecules beautifully align themselves in two sheets, with their hydrophilic tails projecting inward and polar head groups projecting outward. This arrangement creates a hydrophilic surface on both sides of the membrane, serving as a crucial point of contact for molecules entering or leaving the cell. Against a striking black background, this artwork highlights the importance of lipids in maintaining cellular integrity. The lipid content within the cell membrane enables automatic repair when torn, ensuring its functionality and survival. With its detailed portrayal of various elements such as proteins, ions, and polypeptide chains intertwined within the lipid bilayer, this image serves as an invaluable resource for researchers and medical professionals alike. Its relevance extends to fields like biology, cytology, microbiology, and healthcare. As we delve deeper into understanding cellular structures and processes essential to life itself, artworks like these from PASIEKA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY provide us with visual insights that spark curiosity and fuel scientific exploration.
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