what is the difference between diffusion and active transport?

diffusion is the net movement of molecules down the concentration gradient (from high to low concentration) through a partially permeable membrane. whereas, active transport is the movement of molecules against the concentration gradient (from low to high concentration) across a membrane, with the aid of energy.

HN

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Explain the main thermoregulatory processes in humans.


c) What is the medical treatment of patients with kidney failure to remove urine and control levels of sodium and glucose in the blood?


Which are veins and which are arteries?


Describe how the body responds to immunisation