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What is the similarity between simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion?

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Neither requires passive transport. Hope it helps!
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Simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion both allow molecules to cross the cell membrane without any expenditure of energy by the cell. They are each classified as a type of passive transport.
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