Which Term Describes a Solution That Contains More Hydroxide Ions

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which term describes a solution that contains more hydroxide ions than hydrogen ions?

• A) basic
• B) neutral
• C) low pH
• D) acidic
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Concentration Gradient

A gradual change in the concentration of solutes in a solution as a function of distance through a solution.

ATP

Adenosine Triphosphate, a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells, crucial for many cellular processes.

Facilitated Diffusion

The passive transport of ions or molecules by a specific carrier protein in a membrane. As in simple diffusion, net transport is down a concentration gradient, and no additional energy has to be supplied. Compare with diffusion and active transport.

Transmembrane Protein

A type of protein that spans across the lipid bilayer of cell membranes, facilitating various cellular functions including transport and signaling.