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The Cell Membrane Worksheet

Explore the structure and function of the cell membrane with this Grade 5 science worksheet, covering its role in protecting the cell and controlling substance movement.

Grade 5 Science BiologyThe Cell Membrane
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The Cell Membrane

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. What is the main job of the cell membrane?

a

To store water for the cell

b

To give the cell energy

c

To protect the cell and control what goes in and out

d

To help the cell move

2. The cell membrane is like a   for the cell.

a

wall

b

window

c

gate

d

roof

3. The cell membrane is made of two layers of  .

4. Only certain substances are allowed to pass through the cell membrane, which means it is   permeable.

5. All cells have a cell membrane.

T

True

F

False

6. The cell membrane is a rigid and unmoving structure.

T

True

F

False

7. Look at the image of the cell membrane below. Describe one important feature you notice about its structure.

Cell Membrane Cross Section