Concept 2: Cellular Transport

In this solution, solutes are at equilibrium inside and outside of the cell.

This is the diffusion of water across the cell membrane.

Which of the following would likely move through the phospholipid bilayer the most easily?

This solution causes the cell to shrink.

This process occurs when the cell uses energy to bring something in from outside the cell.

Which type of cellular transport requires energy?

Passive transport requires energy.

The regulation of an organism’s internal conditions in order to maintain life is known as _____

This is the process of removing a substance from the cell using a vesicle.

This solution causes the cell to swell or burst.

What property of the cell membrane allows some molecules to pass through easily, but not all?

In a hypotonic solution, water will move ____ the cell, causing it to ____.