The Fluid Mosaic Model

The Fluid Mosaic Model describes the structure of a cell’s membrane. Imagine it as a flexible, dynamic layer made mainly of a double layer of phospholipids, with various proteins embedded or attached. The lipids create a fluid, moving environment, while the proteins serve different functions like transport and communication. The “mosaic” part refers to the diverse pattern of proteins scattered throughout the membrane. This setup allows the membrane to be both flexible and functional, controlling what enters and leaves the cell and enabling communication with its surroundings.