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Molecules that are too large to pass through the pores of a cell membrane

may enter the cell by a process known as

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Answer:

facilitated diffusion.

Step-by-step explanation:

molecules, such as lipids can pass through the cell membrane by simple diffusion.

NOTE: Simple diffusion permits the passage of only small and non polar molecules across the cell membrane.

Facilitated diffusion permits the passage of large and polar molecules across the cell membrane.

The process is facilitated diffusion.

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