State two functions of membranes within cells

Membranes are largely used for the creation of optimum conditions. Membranes therefore keep the contents of organelles in isolation from the cytoplasm. Membranes may also be used to form transport vesicles from the golgi, proteasomes to degrade uneeded or damaged proteins. Transport within the golgi. Controlling what enters and leaves the cell, the list goes on.

SH
Answered by Samuel H. Biology tutor

24445 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Explain how the DNA of a Eukaryote is replicated


How are some plants able to fix gaseous nitrogen from the atmosphere?


What is the difference between a saturated and an unsaturated? (2 marks)


How does increasing temperature affect the rate of a reaction in the presence of an enzyme.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning