You Are Monitoring the Diffusion of a Molecule Across a Membrane

question 107

Multiple Choice

You are monitoring the diffusion of a molecule across a membrane. Which of the following will result in the fastest rate of diffusion?

• A) An internal concentration of 5 percent and an external concentration of 60 percent
• B) An internal concentration of 60 percent and an external concentration of 5 percent
• C) An internal concentration of 35 percent and an external concentration of 40 percent
• D) An internal concentration of 50 percent and an external concentration of 50 percent
• E) Both a and b

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