Cell Membrane and Cell Transport Flashcard

Front

What is the main function of the cell membrane?

Back

To control the movement of substances in and out of the cell

Front

Which type of transport does not require energy?

Back

Passive Transport

Front

Which type of transport requires energy?

Back

Active Transport

Front

Diffusion

Back

The movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration

Front

Osmosis

Back

The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane

Front

What happens to a cell placed in a hypertonic solution?

Back

It shrinks

Front

What happens to a cell placed in a hypotonic solution?

Back

It swells

Front

What happens to a cell placed in an isotonic solution?

Back

It remains the same.