Which Statement About Diffusion Is False

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which statement about diffusion is false?

• A) Facilitated diffusion does not require ATP.
• B) Diffusion continues until the molecular concentrations are in equilibrium.
• C) Molecules move from areas of greater concentration to areas of lesser concentration.
• D) Diffusion occurs as the result of the random movement of molecules.
• E) Simple diffusion depends on specific carrier or channel proteins.

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