The primary function of molecular membranes is the transport of ions and molecules into and out of cells-transport is directional and selective. the movement of molecules from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration to gain energy is best described as

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Gavyn Odonnell

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23 November, 05:55

The primary function of molecular membranes is the transport of ions and molecules into and out of cells-transport is directional and selective. the movement of molecules from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration to gain energy is best described as

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Dahlia Dominguez · Answer 1

The correct answer is passive transport.

When molecules are moved from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration in order to gain energy, that is considered to be passive transport. If the opposite happens, then that would be active transport.