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Relation to Plasma Membrane

Description:

The term "relation to plasma membrane" refers to the various ways in which different entities interact, connect, or are associated with the plasma membrane of a cell. The plasma membrane, also known as the cell membrane, is a vital structure that separates the cell from its external environment and regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The protein's relation to the plasma membrane affects its function and localization.
2. The molecule's relation to the plasma membrane determines its ability to enter the cell.

Adjective:

1. Understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying the relation to plasma membrane interactions is crucial for cell biology research.
2. Proteins with strong relation to the plasma membrane are often integral to cellular signaling pathways.

Verb:

1. The virus can bind to and exploit its relation to the plasma membrane to facilitate entry into host cells.
2. Researchers are studying how certain drugs influence the cells' relation to the plasma membrane.

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