The document summarizes key aspects of cell membranes and transport across membranes. It discusses that membranes are flexible and selectively permeable barriers composed of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. It also describes the fluid mosaic model of membrane structure and the different classes of membrane proteins. Furthermore, it summarizes the different mechanisms of membrane transport including passive diffusion, facilitated diffusion, and active transport, noting that active transport requires energy to transport molecules against a concentration gradient.