Plasma Membrane

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-021205",
  "term": "Plasma Membrane",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The cell membrane, also called the plasma membrane, is found in all cells and separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment. The cell membrane consists of a lipid bilayer that is semipermeable. The cell membrane regulates the transport of materials entering and exiting the cell.\n\n2. The membrane surrounding a cell that separates the cell from its external environment. It consists of a phospholipid bilayer and associated proteins.",
  "references": [
    "NIH Genetics Home Reference Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/plasma-membrane/"
}