Cell Transport

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

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Why is diffusion important for cells?

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Diffusion allows cells to take in materials/substances without using energy.

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What does selectively permeable mean?

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Selectively permeable means allowing certain things to enter and leave the cell.

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What is the end result of diffusion?

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The end result of diffusion is an even distribution of particles.

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What is an example of diffusion in everyday life?

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An example of diffusion is the smell of perfume spreading in a room.

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What factors affect the rate of diffusion?

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Factors include temperature, concentration gradient, and the size of the particles.

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What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?

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Diffusion involves all types of particles, while osmosis specifically involves water.

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What is active transport?

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Active transport is the movement of substances against their concentration gradient, requiring energy.

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What is passive transport?

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Passive transport is the movement of substances across a membrane without the use of energy.