6 Important Functions of Plasma Membrane- Class 9

6 Important Functions of Plasma Membrane are as Follows-

1. It allows entry and exit of some selective material in and out of the cell.
2. It helps to maintain the shape of the cell.
3. It acts as a mechanical barrier and protects the internal contents of the cell from leaking out.
4. It provides protection against microbes and foreign substances.
5. It gets modified to perform different functions, for example microvilli in the intestine of human beings for absorption.
6. Its semi permeability enables the cell to maintain Cellular homeostasis.

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