Why is it important that the cell membrane is selectively permeable? check all that apply. it prevents water from leaving the cell. it allows nutrients to enter the cell. it provides a barrier against disease-causing agents. it enables cells to interact with their environment.

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Cell membrane are selectively permeable because of its selective pores or channels that only allow a certain type of element, such as oxygen, water and carbon dioxide. This help ensure that the cell membrane will be able to take in beneficial and not harmful substances, while also keeping the internal equilibrium of the membrane. Furthermore, part of the CM role is to hold the cell together. It is able to interact with the environment as it serves as an attachment site for  a variety of  extracellular structures.