Which of the Following Describes How Facilitated Diffusion Is Powered

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes how facilitated diffusion is powered?

• A) Facilitated diffusion is "free of cost."
• B) Energy is required to do the work of establishing and maintaining a concentration gradient.
• C) ATP is required directly.
• D) The sodium-potassium pump powers facilitated diffusion.
• E) Facilitated diffusion is powered by endocytosis.

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