Diffusion occurring along the concentration gradient and mediated by carrier molecules is known as:

  • A
    Simple diffusion
  • B
    Facilitated diffusion
  • C
    Active transport
  • D
    Passive transport

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Explain: Passive Symports and Antiports.

Match the following columns correctly:
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$(a)$ Passive transport$(p)$ Movement from higher concentration to lower concentration, no energy required
$(b)$ Active transport$(q)$ Movement along the concentration gradient, requiring carrier proteins
$(c)$ Facilitated diffusion$(r)$ Movement against the concentration gradient, requiring energy
$(d)$ Osmosis$(s)$ Diffusion of solvent molecules across a semi-permeable membrane

Read the following statements regarding porins and select the correct option given below:
$I$. Porins are transport proteins.
$II$. Channel proteins are a type of transport protein,which are usually gated.
$III$. Carrier protein binds the particular solute to be transported.
$IV$. Particular solute is delivered to the other side of the membrane by carrier proteins.

Identify the process shown in the figure and what is correct for $X$?

Active transport

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