Describe the differences between active transport and facilitated diffusion.

Facilitated diffusion is a passive process that occurs down a concentration gradient. Active transport requires energy (from ATP) to allow movement of substances against a concentration gradient.

LN
Answered by Laura N. Biology tutor

3047 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Describe the process of DNA replication


Describe the ionic basis of an action potential, and how this is reflected on the cell's membrane potential (6 marks)


How do electrical impulses control contraction of the heart?


What are the stages of mitosis?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences