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Question
Define the following term:
Active transport
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Solution
Active transport is the passage of a substance (salt or ion) from its lower to higher concentration through a living cell membrane using energy from the cell. Active transport is in a direction opposite to that of diffusion.
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Name the following:
The wax-like layer on the epidermis of leaves which reduces transpiration.
Lenticels or stomata (Which one remains open always?)
Fill in the blank with the suitable term given below:
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Active transport and Passive transport.
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Which of the following process requires energy?
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