Question
The cell membrane is said to be polarized. State the meaning and significance of a
polarized membrane.
a) Meaning
b) Significance.
a) Meaning
b) Significance.
Answer
a) Meaning - Polarization of a cell membrane means it has net positive charge to the outside and a net negative charge to the inside
b) Significance - Enables the membrane to detect changes in the environment.
b) Significance - Enables the membrane to detect changes in the environment.