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Why active transport requires energy
input by the cell.

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Answer:

Active transport requires energy because substance move from low concentration to a high concentration. (Going against the concentration gradient)

Example:

For example, in the root hair cell minerals and ions are absorbed into the plant by active transport and you will find a lot of mitochondria in the root hair cell. So, it can supply the cell energy by aerobic respiration to undertake active transport.

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