Question

Study Question 6
(a) What is the significance of active
transport in plants?
(b) Distinguish between osmosis and ac-
tive transport.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Diffusion is the movement of particles from a high to lower concentration. Osmosis is the diffusion of water across a membrane. Active transport moves particles from low to higher concentration.

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Answer 2

Answer:

(a) Active transport in the root hairs of plants allows plants to absorb mineral ions, which are necessary for healthy growth, even though the concentration of minerals is usually lower in the soil than in the root hair.

(b) i) Diffusion is the movement of particles from a high to lower concentration.

ii) Osmosis is the diffusion of water across a membrane. Active transport moves particles from low to higher concentration.