The cell membrane
A) is a watery gel in which structures are suspended.
B) contains the powerhouse of the cell.
C) is the central government of the cell.
D) protects the cell and acts as a filter.
E) carries the cell's hereditary information.

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that separates the interior of the cell from the external environment. It is selectively permeable, meaning it allows certain molecules to pass through while blocking others. This membrane acts as a filter, controlling what enters and exits the cell to maintain homeostasis.

The Cell Membrane