When Solute Molecules Pass Through the Membrane Using a Carrier

question 1

Multiple Choice

When solute molecules pass through the membrane using a carrier protein,without any energy input,it is referred to as

• A)active transport.
• B)simple diffusion.
• C)osmosis.
• D)facilitated diffusion.
• E)solute diffusion.

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Definitions:

Phagocytosis

The process by which cells, such as macrophages or neutrophils, engulf and digest microscopic particles or pathogens, serving as an important mechanism in the immune response.

Immunoglobulin

Antibody found in the gamma globulin portion of plasma.

Inflammation

A biological response to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens or damaged cells, involving immune cells, blood vessels, and molecular mediators to facilitate healing.

Tolerance

The process by which the response to a substance decreases with repeated exposure, leading to the need for increased amounts to achieve the same effect.