A Biology Questions On Cell Transport

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    Active transport requires a cell expend energy in the chemical form of ATP.

    • True
    • False
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Biology questions on cell transport. Material has been able to move in and out of the cell through the cell membrane, and this movement can take place in two ways, which are dependent on whether there is the energy needed or not. How about you take the quiz below and get to see just how much information you stand to learn on the process of cell transportation.

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  • 2. 

    The carrier protein is used to transport specific substances across a membrane.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Carrier proteins are a type of transport protein that facilitate the movement of specific substances across a membrane. They bind to the substance being transported and undergo a conformational change to transport it across the membrane. This process is known as facilitated diffusion. Therefore, the statement that carrier proteins are used to transport specific substances across a membrane is true.

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  • 3. 

    What are the 2 types of cell transport? (click all that apply)

    • Active

    • Passive

    • Diffusion

    • Automobile

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Active
    A. Passive
    Explanation
    The two types of cell transport are active and passive. Active transport refers to the movement of molecules or ions across a cell membrane against their concentration gradient, requiring the use of energy. Passive transport, on the other hand, does not require energy and includes processes like diffusion, where molecules move from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. The options "diffusion" and "automobile" are not types of cell transport and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 4. 
    What kind of cell transport is this? (ATP is energy) - ProProfs

    What kind of cell transport is this? (ATP is energy)

    • Passive transport

    • Active transport

    Correct Answer
    A. Active transport
    Explanation
    Active transport is the correct answer because it requires the use of ATP, which is energy, to move molecules or ions against their concentration gradient. In passive transport, on the other hand, molecules or ions move across the cell membrane without the need for energy. Therefore, since ATP is involved in this cell transport, it is classified as active transport.

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  • 5. 

    Passive transport does NOT require ________.

    Correct Answer
    energy, ATP
    Explanation
    Passive transport is a type of cellular transport that does not require energy or the use of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Unlike active transport, which uses energy to move molecules against their concentration gradient, passive transport relies on the natural movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. This can occur through processes such as diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion. Therefore, energy and ATP are not needed for passive transport to occur.

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  • 6. 

    Hypotonic solution has the concentration of both solutions which are equal.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement in the question is incorrect. A hypotonic solution has a lower solute concentration compared to another solution. In a hypotonic solution, water molecules move into the cells, causing them to swell or burst. Therefore, the concentration of both solutions is not equal in a hypotonic solution.

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  • 7. 

    Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules through a cellular membrane.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Osmosis is a process in which water molecules move from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration through a semipermeable membrane. This movement is driven by the concentration gradient and does not require energy. Therefore, the statement that osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules through a cellular membrane is correct.

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  • 8. 

    _____ transport does not require energy or ATP from the cell to operate.

    Correct Answer
    Passive
    Explanation
    Passive transport refers to the movement of molecules across a cell membrane without the need for energy or ATP. This process occurs along the concentration gradient, from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. Examples of passive transport include diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion. In contrast, active transport requires energy to move molecules against the concentration gradient. Therefore, the given correct answer, "Passive," accurately describes a type of transport that does not require energy or ATP from the cell to operate.

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  • 9. 

    When the concentration of molecules are equal throughout a cell, it is called a(n)_____.

    • Diffusion

    • Equilibrium

    • Hypertonic solution

    • Hypotonic solution

    Correct Answer
    A. Equilibrium
    Explanation
    When the concentration of molecules is equal throughout a cell, it is called equilibrium. In this state, there is no net movement of molecules as the concentration gradient is balanced. This means that the molecules are evenly distributed and there is no overall movement from one area to another. Equilibrium is a dynamic state where molecules continue to move but there is no overall change in concentration.

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  • 10. 

    Hypertonic solution causes a cell to shrink because of osmosis.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell. When a cell is placed in a hypertonic solution, water molecules move out of the cell through osmosis, causing the cell to shrink. This is because water molecules move from an area of lower solute concentration (inside the cell) to an area of higher solute concentration (the hypertonic solution) in order to equalize the concentration on both sides of the cell membrane. Therefore, the statement "Hypertonic solution causes a cell to shrink because of osmosis" is true.

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  • 11. 

    In a _____ environment, water diffuses into the cells, causing them to swell and eventually burst. The bursting of cells is called cytolysis.

    • Hypertonic

    • Hypotonic

    • Isotonic

    • Pelotonic

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypotonic
    Explanation
    In a hypotonic environment, water diffuses into the cells, causing them to swell and eventually burst. This is because the concentration of solutes outside the cells is lower than inside the cells, creating a concentration gradient that drives water into the cells. As a result, the cells become engorged with water and eventually burst, a process known as cytolysis.

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  • 12. 

    Diffusion always causes particles to move from a region of _____ concentration to a region of _____ concentration.

    • Low - to - high

    • High - to low

    • High - to - medium

    Correct Answer
    A. High - to low
    Explanation
    Diffusion is the movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. This is because particles naturally tend to spread out and move towards areas where there are fewer particles. Therefore, the correct answer is "High - to low".

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  • 13. 

    What are the 2 main types of passive transport?

    • Osmosis

    • Pumps

    • Diffusion

    • Endocytosis

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Osmosis
    A. Diffusion
    Explanation
    Passive transport is a process in which molecules or ions move across a cell membrane without the use of energy. Osmosis is the passive transport of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane, from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration. Diffusion is the passive transport of molecules or ions from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. Therefore, osmosis and diffusion are the two main types of passive transport. Pumps and endocytosis are not examples of passive transport as they require energy.

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  • 14. 

    In a _____ environment, water leaves the cells through osmosis, cells shrink away from the cells walls, and the loss of turgor pressure.

    • Hypertonic

    • Hypotonic

    • Isotonic

    • Mesotonic

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypertonic
    Explanation
    In a hypertonic environment, the concentration of solutes outside the cells is higher than inside the cells. As a result, water moves out of the cells through osmosis, causing the cells to shrink away from the cell walls. This loss of water also leads to a decrease in turgor pressure within the cells.

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  • 15. 

    A cell using a sodium potassium pump to move solute is an example of ________ transport.

    Correct Answer
    active
    Explanation
    Active transport refers to the movement of solutes across a cell membrane against their concentration gradient, requiring the use of energy. The sodium-potassium pump is a prime example of active transport, as it actively transports sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell, utilizing ATP to drive the process. This process helps maintain the concentration gradients of these ions, which is crucial for various cellular functions such as nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.

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  • 16. 
    This is a picture of endocytosis. - ProProfs

    This is a picture of endocytosis.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given picture is not of endocytosis.

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  • 17. 

    ____ solution causes a cell to shrink because of osmosis.

    Correct Answer
    Hypertonic
    Explanation
    A hypertonic solution causes a cell to shrink because of osmosis. In a hypertonic solution, the concentration of solutes outside the cell is higher than inside the cell. This creates a concentration gradient, causing water to move out of the cell through osmosis, resulting in the cell shrinking.

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  • 18. 
    What type active transport is shown in the image?   (Section 2) - ProProfs

    What type active transport is shown in the image?   (Section 2)

    • Exocytosis

    • Endocytosis

    • Osmosis

    Correct Answer
    A. Endocytosis
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Endocytosis. Endocytosis is a type of active transport where cells take in substances by engulfing them with their cell membrane. This process allows the cell to bring in large molecules or particles that cannot pass through the membrane on their own. In the image, it is likely that the cell is engulfing a substance, indicating the process of endocytosis.

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  • 19. 

    ____ diffusion is a passive transport using carrier proteins.

    Correct Answer
    Facilitated
    Explanation
    Facilitated diffusion is a type of passive transport that involves the use of carrier proteins to facilitate the movement of molecules across a cell membrane. Unlike simple diffusion, which occurs directly through the phospholipid bilayer, facilitated diffusion allows for the transport of larger or charged molecules that cannot easily pass through the membrane on their own. The carrier proteins bind to specific molecules and undergo a conformational change to transport them across the membrane. This process does not require energy expenditure by the cell and occurs down the concentration gradient.

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  • 20. 

    Which organelle is used by organisms to pump water out of the cell?

    • Mitochdonrion

    • Ribosomes

    • Contractile Vacuole

    • Nucleus

    • Water pump

    Correct Answer
    A. Contractile Vacuole
    Explanation
    Contractile vacuoles are organelles found in certain organisms, such as protists, that live in freshwater environments. These vacuoles function to regulate the water balance within the cell by pumping excess water out of the cell. This helps maintain the cell's internal environment and prevents it from bursting or becoming too diluted. Therefore, contractile vacuoles are used by organisms to pump water out of the cell.

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  • 21. 

    The movement of a substance down the substance's concentration gradient (high to low) is called a(n)_____.

    Correct Answer
    diffusion
    Explanation
    Diffusion is the process by which particles move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. It occurs due to the random movement of particles and does not require any external energy input. This movement down the concentration gradient allows for the equalization of particle distribution, resulting in a more uniform concentration throughout the system.

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  • 22. 

    ____ is the movement of a substance by a vesicle to the outside of a cell.

    Correct Answer
    Exocytosis
    Explanation
    Exocytosis is the process by which a substance is transported out of a cell through the fusion of a vesicle with the cell membrane. This allows the contents of the vesicle to be released into the extracellular space. It is a vital cellular mechanism for the secretion of various substances such as hormones, neurotransmitters, and digestive enzymes. During exocytosis, the vesicle membrane merges with the cell membrane, creating a pore through which the substance is expelled from the cell. This process is essential for cellular communication, signaling, and maintaining homeostasis.

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  • 23. 

    _____ is the movement of a substance from outside the cell to the inside of a cell.

    Correct Answer
    Endocytosis
    Explanation
    Endocytosis is the process by which substances are taken into a cell from the outside environment. During endocytosis, the cell membrane surrounds and engulfs the substance, forming a vesicle that is then brought into the cell's cytoplasm. This process is important for the uptake of nutrients, the removal of waste materials, and the regulation of cell signaling.

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  • 24. 

    What kind of transport moves things against the substance's concentration gradient (low to high)

    Correct Answer
    active transport
    Explanation
    Active transport is the process by which substances are moved against their concentration gradient, from an area of low concentration to an area of high concentration. This process requires energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and is carried out by specific proteins in the cell membrane called pumps. These pumps actively transport ions or molecules across the membrane, allowing the cell to maintain a concentration gradient that is necessary for various cellular functions.

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  • 25. 

    Name the ways cells use active transport to move things in and out of the cell.

    • Pumps / channels

    • Endocytosis

    • Exocytosis

    • Diffusion

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Pumps / channels
    A. Endocytosis
    A. Exocytosis
    Explanation
    Cells use active transport to move things in and out of the cell through pumps/channels, endocytosis, and exocytosis. Pumps and channels are proteins that actively transport molecules across the cell membrane, requiring energy. Endocytosis is the process by which cells engulf substances from the external environment by forming vesicles. Exocytosis, on the other hand, involves the release of substances from the cell by fusing vesicles with the cell membrane. Diffusion, mentioned in the question, is a passive transport process and not an example of active transport.

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