Question

Describe the difference between active transport and passive transport

Answer 1

The passive transport moves ions from high concentration to low using no metabolic energy. Active transport moves ions from low concentration to high using metabolic energy in the form of ATP.

Answer 2

Answer:

Active Transport :

• The transport involves usage of energy to transport.
• It usually occurs against the concentration gradient.
• It requires carrier proteins.
• It is a rapid process.
• It occurs in one direction.
• Decrease in temperature, decreases it.

Passive Transport :

• The transport doesn't involve the usage of energy to transport.
• It transports along the concentration gradient.
• Carrier proteins aren't involved.
• It is a slow process.
• It is bidirectional.
• It is not affected by temperature.