3.3.2

Transport in Cells

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Transport in Cells

The three main forms of transport in cells are:

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Diffusion

  • Diffusion is the net movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of lower concentration.
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Osmosis

  • Osmosis is a special case of diffusion where only water molecules move.
  • It requires a partially permeable membrane.
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Active transport

  • Active transport is the net movement of particles against a concentration gradient.
  • Energy is therefore required.

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1Classification of Living Organisms

2Organisation of the Organism

3Movement Into & Out of Cells

4Biological Molecules

5Enzymes

6Plant Nutrition

7Human Nutrition

8Transport in Plants

9Transport in Animals

10Diseases & Immunity

11Gas Exchange in Humans

12Respiration

13Excretion in Humans

14Coordination & Response

15Drugs

16Reproduction

17Inheritance

18Variation & Selection

19Organisms & Their Environment

20Human Influence on Ecosystems

21Biotechnology & Genetic Modification

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