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Active Transport Mechanisms Quiz
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Active Transport Mechanisms Quiz

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Which type of active transport requires energy to move molecules against their concentration gradient?

  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Endocytosis
  • Primary active transport (correct)
  • Exocytosis
  • What is the function of a symporter in active transport?

  • To move one type of molecule out of the cell
  • To move two different types of molecules in opposite directions (correct)
  • To move one type of molecule in one direction
  • To move two different types of molecules in the same direction
  • In active transport, what is the role of the sodium-potassium pump?

  • To move sodium ions into the cell and potassium ions out of the cell
  • To prevent the movement of sodium and potassium ions
  • To move sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell (correct)
  • To maintain an equal concentration of sodium and potassium inside and outside the cell
  • What is the primary function of active transport?

    <p>To move molecules against their concentration gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for maintaining the electrochemical gradient in active transport?

    <p>Sodium-potassium pump</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of active transport in cellular processes?

    <p>To enable cells to take up essential nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

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