1.3.3 Active Transport Flashcards
1
Q
Active transport
A
The net movement of a substance from an area of low concentration to an area of area of high concentration using energy, across a membrane
2
Q
What does the rate of active transport depend on?
A
- Going against the concentration gradient
- Mitochondria
3
Q
How does active transport differ from diffusion and osmosis?
A
-Goes against concentration gradient
-Uses energy
4
Q
Describe an example of active transport in the digestive system?
A
-Glucose is absorbed out of your gut
5
Q
Where is the energy for active transport acquired?
A
From respiration
6
Q
Example of active transport in plants
A
Active transport allow mineral ions to be absorbed into plant hairs
