membraanbound
Membrane-bound, in biology, refers to molecules, organelles, or compartments that are associated with or enclosed by a biological membrane, typically a lipid bilayer. The term contrasts with soluble or cytosolic components that are not enclosed by membranes. Membranes create distinct compartments, regulate transport, and organize biochemical processes within the cell.
Examples include membrane-bound organelles such as the nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, peroxisomes, and
Molecules can be membrane-bound in several ways. Integral membrane proteins span the bilayer; peripheral membrane proteins
Studying membrane-bound components often involves separating membrane fractions from soluble cytosol through cell fractionation and differential