Active Transport Flashcards
1
Q
What is active transport?
A
Active transport moves substances from a more dilute solution to a more concentrated solution.
2
Q
Active transport in the body
A
Active transport uses energy released from food in respiration to provide the energy required.
3
Q
Active transport in the gut
A
Active transport enables sugar molecules to be absorbed from lower concentration levels in the gut to the blood where the concentration of sugar is high.
4
Q
Transport systems in plants - phloem
A
Phloem tissue transports dissolved sugars form the leaves to the rest of the plant.
5
Q
Transport systems in plants - xylem
A
Xylem tissue transports water and mineral ions from the roots to the stem and leaves.
