Cell membranes are composed of a double layer of phospholipids, which form a flexible and selectively permeable barrier. These phospholipids have a hydrophilic (water-loving) head and hydrophobic (water-repelling) tails. Other components of the cell membrane include proteins, cholesterol, and various carbohydrates.
Hornets, on the other hand, use a material called hornet silk to construct their nests. Hornet silk is not made up of cell membranes, but rather it is produced by the hornets themselves using proteins secreted from their salivary glands. The silk is used to build the structural framework of the nest and is known for its strength and durability.
What makes up cell membranes and is used to create hornets
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