Transport in cells - Organisation Flashcards
1
Q
What is diffusion?
A
Diffusion is the movement of particles from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration down a concentration gradient
2
Q
What is Osmosis?
A
Osmosis is the movement of water particles from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.
3
Q
What is ‘Active transport’ ?
A
Movement of ions or molecules from a region of LOW concentration to HIGH concentration assisted by enzymes
It also requires energy