Question

The terms "fluid" and "mosaic" are used to describe the cell membrane. What does each of these terms tell you about the structure of the cell membrane?

Answer 1

The fluid mosaic model describes the structure of the plasma membrane as a mosaic of components —including phospholipids, cholesterol, proteins, and carbohydrates—that gives the membrane a fluid character. Plasma membranes range from 5 to 10 nm in thickness...

For example, myelin contains 18% protein and 76% lipid.