Transportation Methods Flashcards
1
Q
The gradual movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration. Only happens in solutions and gases.
A
Diffusion
2
Q
The diffusion of water from a high water concentration to a low water concentration through a partially permeable membrane.
A
Osmosis
3
Q
Allows cells to move substances from an area of high concentration to lower concentration.
A
Active transport
4
Q
Takes a lot of energy to move and uses a “pump” made of protein in the cell membrane.
A
Active transport
