Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 5.5, Problem 1C
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To determine: The immediate energy source for active transport.

Concept introduction: Active transport is a type of energy-dependent membrane transport mechanism in which the molecules and ions can move across the membranes against their concentration gradients (from lower concentration to higher concentrated area). This action is accompanied with the breakdown of ATP molecules.

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