Active transport

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  • What is active transport?

    the process of moving substances across a cell membrane from a low concentration to a high concentration, against the concentration gradien
  • How do plant root hair cells use active transport?

    root hair cells use active transport to take up mineral ions from a more dilute solution in soils. Ions such as magnesium and nitrates are required for healthy growth.
  • How is active transport used to absorb the products of digestion?
    Active transport is used to transport glucose from a lower concentration in the gut to a higher concentration in the blood. Glucose is then transported to the tissues where it can be used in respiration