Differences and similarities between active transport and facilitated diffusion

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Augustus Rocha

Biology

24 May, 06:14

Differences and similarities between active transport and facilitated diffusion

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Jamal Smith · Answer 1

This process is called passive transport or facilitated diffusion, and does not require energy. The solute can move "uphill," from regions of lower to higher concentration. This process is called active transport, and requires some form of chemical energy.