Can cells pass through the pores of the silica gel membrane?

Silica gel membranes usually have micron-sized pores, and cells are microscopic organisms with sizes ranging from 10 micron to 100 micron. Therefore, some small cells may pass through the pores of the silica gel membrane. However, it depends on the size of pores and the size of cells. If the hole is too small, cells can't pass through. In addition, the holes in the silica gel membrane may also affect cells, such as destroying the integrity of cell membrane or changing the internal environment of cells, thus affecting the growth and function of cells.