- A thin layer or fold of tissue, usually supported by a
fibrous network, serving to cover or line some part or organ, and often
secreting or absorbing certain fluids.
Membrane filter Membrane filter is a filter made from such polymeric materials as cellulose, polyethylene, or tetrafluoroethylene.
Cytoplasmic membrane Cytoplasmic membrane is a thin layer under the cell wall consisting mainly of phospholipids and proteins, it is responsible for the selective permeability properties of the cell. Also called plasma membrane.
Basilar membrane Basilar membrane is a vibrating structure that runs through the center of the cochlea, dividing it into an upper chamber and a lower chamber and
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