In Passive Transport, Molecules Move

question 229

Multiple Choice

In passive transport, molecules move

• A) against their concentration gradient.
• B) more slowly than in active transport.
• C) toward a region of higher concentration.
• D) so as to reduce differences in concentration across a membrane.
• E) until a state of equilibrium is reached and movement stops.

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