Active transport (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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What does active transport need to work?
What does active transport need to work?
Energy from respiration
In which direction does active transport move substances?
In which direction does active transport move substances?
From low to high concentration
What do transport proteins do in active transport?
What do transport proteins do in active transport?
Act like pumps using energy
Why is active transport needed for glucose absorption in the gut?
Why is active transport needed for glucose absorption in the gut?
Blood may already have more glucose
Why do plant roots use active transport for mineral ions?
Why do plant roots use active transport for mineral ions?
Soil water is very dilute
Which transport process requires energy?
Which transport process requires energy?
Active transport
What happens to transport proteins during active transport?
What happens to transport proteins during active transport?
They change shape
Why do plants need nitrate ions?
Why do plants need nitrate ions?
To grow properly and make proteins
Can active transport work when the other side already has more substances?
Can active transport work when the other side already has more substances?
Yes, it works against gradients
What is the key difference between active transport and diffusion?
What is the key difference between active transport and diffusion?
Active transport needs energy