Active Transport

Question 1

Define Active Transport

Answer 1

Active transport moves substances from a more DILUTE solution to a more CONCENTRATED solution (which goes against the concentration gradient). This requires energy from respiration

Question 2

How does Active Transport go against the concentration gradient?

Answer 2

In the concentration gradient the substances move from a higher connection to a lower concentration whereas in active transport the substance move from a lower concentration to an higher concentration.

Question 3

How is active transport different from Diffusion and Osmosis?

Answer 3

Diffusion and Osmosis do not require energy as they are passive and active transport requires energy from respiration.

Question 4

In which organelle does respiration take place in?

Answer 4

Mitochondria