Question

All cells possess a plasma membrane that functions to ___________.

• A. enclose the cell
• B. isolate the cell from random disturbances in the environment
• C. allow metabolic events to occur in an orderly fashion
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

all of the above

The explanation for the correct option :

Option D :

• The plasma membrane is a semipermeable membrane just inside the cell wall which concludes the protoplasm of the cell.
• The plasma membrane protects the cell.
• It helps to isolate the cell from random disturbances in the environment.
• It allows metabolic events to occur in an orderly fashion.
• The plasma membrane also gives a definite shape to the cell.