What is active transport?
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Active transport is the process by which cells move substances against their concentration gradient, requiring energy input, usually in the form of ATP.
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What is osmosis?
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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.
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What is a hypertonic solution?
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A hypertonic solution is one that has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution, causing cells to lose water and shrink.
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What is a hypotonic solution?
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A hypotonic solution is one that has a lower concentration of solutes compared to another solution, causing cells to gain water and swell.
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What is an isotonic solution?
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An isotonic solution has an equal concentration of solutes compared to another solution, resulting in no net movement of water into or out of the cell.
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What role do kidneys play in the body?
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The kidneys filter blood to remove waste products and excess substances, maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance.
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What is the difference between passive and active transport?
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Passive transport does not require energy and moves substances along their concentration gradient, while active transport requires energy to move substances against their gradient.
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