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Paper 3 structured question: Active transport

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Active transport in cells

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Active Transport

Active transport is the process where particles move through a cell membrane from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration, which requires energy from respiration.

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    Describe Describe what happens during active transport.

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Energy for Active Transport

Active transport requires energy to move particles through the cell membrane from a lower to a higher concentration area.

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    State State the source of energy used in active transport.

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