Which of the Following Statements Is Correct About Diffusion

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct about diffusion?

• A) It may require a transport protein.
• B) It requires an expenditure of energy by the cell.
• C) It is a passive process in which molecules move from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
• D) It involves movement of molecules down a concentration gradient and may require a transport protein.
• E) It is an active process in which molecules move from a region of lower concentration to one of higher concentration.

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