Which process needs energy from respiration to move substances against a concentration gradient?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Active transport
- Step 1: Moving against a gradient requires energy. Step 2. That is active transport. Answer: Active transport, which uses energy to move ions into root hairs. Why not the others: Diffusion and osmosis are passive.
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