Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Transport mechanisms

Transport mechanisms — practice question

One function of the cell surface membrane is to regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell.
(a)[2]

Complete Table 1.1 to show the transport mechanisms across cell surface membranes and examples of materials transported.

(b)[4]

Every transport mechanism across cell surface membranes has a distinctive set of features. In each box below, state one example of a transport mechanism that fits the pathway shown.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Transport mechanism correctly identified (for example, facilitated diffusion or bulk transport)

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