Cell Transport Review

Front

What term describes a solution that has the same solute concentration inside of and outside of the cell?

Back

Isotonic

Front

What type of transport allows molecules to diffuse through a protein channel, from high concentration to low concentration?

Back

Passive Transport

Front

Why does active transport require energy?

Back

The cell is moving something against a concentration gradient.

Front

In which case would a cell most likely shrink?

Back

When placed in a solution containing a high salt concentration.

Front

What term describes a solution with a lower solute concentration compared to the inside of the cell?

Back

Hypotonic

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To regulate what enters and exits the cell.

Front

What is the difference between passive and active transport?

Back

Passive transport does not require energy, while active transport does.

Front

What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?

Back

The cell will lose water and shrink.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

Front

What is a concentration gradient?

Back

A difference in the concentration of a substance across a space.