In the Intestine, Na⁺ and an Amino Acid Bind to the Same

question 97

Multiple Choice

In the intestine, Na⁺ and an amino acid bind to the same transport protein that moves the two substances in the same direction. This type of active transport is called

• A) a symporter.
• B) an antiporter.
• C) secondary active transport.
• D) facilitated transport.
• E) a diffusion mechanism.

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