Cell membrane and cell transport

Cell membrane and cell transport

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define homeostasis in the context of cell biology.

Back

Homeostasis is the process by which a cell maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a hypotonic solution?

Back

A hypotonic solution has a lower concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, causing water to enter the cell.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do channel proteins play in the cell membrane?

Back

Channel proteins facilitate the transport of specific substances across the cell membrane.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is passive transport?

Back

Passive transport is the movement of molecules across the cell membrane without the use of energy.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of energy does passive transport use?

Back

Passive transport uses no energy.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between active and passive transport?

Back

Active transport requires energy to move substances against their concentration gradient, while passive transport does not.

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