Cell Transport

Cell Transport

by Callie Brooks

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Toward what condition does diffusion eventually lead, in the absence of other influences?

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How is osmosis related to diffusion?

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If the concentration of solute molecules outside a cell is lower than the concentration in the cytosol is teh external solution hypotonic, hypertonic, or isotonic to the cytosol?

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What role do carrier proteins play in facilitated diffusion?

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How is facilitated diffusion similar to diffusion through ion channels?

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Explain the difference between passive transport and active transport.

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What functions do carrier proteins perform in active transport?

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What provides the energy that drives the sodium-potassium pump?

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Explain the difference between pinocytosis and phagocytosis.

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Describe the steps involved in exocytosis.

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How do endocytosis and exocytosis differ? How can that difference be seen?