What is the difference between active transport and diffusion in terms of movement of particles?

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Kelvin Oconnor

5 April, 07:41

What is the difference between active transport and diffusion in terms of movement of particles?

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Emiliano · Answer 1

Active transport is the movement of dissolved molecules into or out of a cell through the cell membrane, from a region of lower concentration to a region of higher concentration. The particles move against the concentration gradient, using energy released during respiration.