Register
In the picture below ions, or charged particles, are being pumped through the cell membrane. Why do they require energy to transport across the membrane?
200k views
1 vote
In the picture below ions, or charged particles, are being pumped through the cell membrane.

Why do they require energy to transport across the membrane?

User Edmilson Junior
by
3.9k points

1 Answer

5 votes

Answer: well if i had a picture it wouldve helped more but typically if a particle is moving into the cell, it doesnt require any energy, however moving particles outside of a cell requires a large amount of atp.

Step-by-step explanation:

User Noelle
by
5.1k points
Ask a Question
Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

5.2m questions

6.7m answers

Other Questions

An example of the interaction of the nervous and endocrine systems can be seen in our response to danger. The _______________ orders the adrenal glands to release the hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine,
When an individual stops breathing, brain cells die very quickly, but the cells in the heart are able to survive for longer. Which conclusion is best supported by these facts?
Greg has been given a small sample of metal. His teacher has assigned him to identify what type of metal he was given. Which of the following is a physical property that will help Greg to identify the
What is the average speed of a biker that travels 50km in 5hrs?
Charles Darwins observation adventures of different species on the Galapagos islands have many similar physical characteristics supports the hypothesis hypothesis that these finches
Link Copied!