Biology Essentials - Active transport Flashcards
1
Q
What is active transport?
A
The movement of substances from a low to high concentration against the concentration gradient
2
Q
What is the difference between active transport and osmosis and diffusion?
A
Active transport is against the concentration gradient and requires energy
3
Q
How is the energy for active transport provided?
A
Energy produced from cellular respiration by the mitochondria
