Which process requires energy to maintain the unique composition of extracellular and intracellular compartments?

A) Diffusion
B) Osmosis
C) Filtration
D) Active transport

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Which process requires energy to maintain the unique composition of extracellular and intracellular compartments?A)  DiffusionB)  OsmosisC)  FiltrationD)  Active transport

genni carmona · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D , Explanation :  Active transport occurs when molecules move across cell membranes from an area of low concentration to an area of high concentration.Active transport requires energy expenditure for the movement to occur against a concentration gradient.In the presence of ATP,the sodium-potassium pump actively moves sodium from the cell into the extracellular fluid.Active transport is vital for maintaining the unique composition of both the extracellular and intracellular compartments.Diffusion,osmosis,and filtration are passive processes.

Which process requires energy to maintain the unique composition of extracellular and intracellular compartments?

A) Diffusion
B) Osmosis
C) Filtration
D) Active transport

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