Lesson 3: Receptors

Receptors are also found on the membrane, which allows them to detect chemicals released by other cells.

  • It also allows them to respond to cells.
  • There are also glycoproteins throughout the bilayer - these are proteins which have a carbohydrate attached to them!
  • There are also glycolipids, these are lipids with a carbohydrates attached.
  • There is also cholesterol molecules present in the bilayer.