Mechanisms for the Active Transport of Water

question 149

Multiple Choice

Mechanisms for the active transport of water

• A) are widespread among animals.
• B) rely on the sodium-potassium pump.
• C) allow for a higher rate of water transport than other transport methods provide.
• D) are responsible for reabsorption and secretion.
• E) do not exist; the movement of water occurs in response to differences in either pressure or solute concentration.

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