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Which of the following is an example of an active transport mechanism?

A. Sodium-Potassium pump
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B. Aquaporins
C. Glucose transporter
D. Oxygen diffusion

📝 Explanation

The Na+/K+ pump moves ions against their gradients using ATP, defining it as active transport.

📖 Additional Information

  • Sodium-Potassium pump
  • Aquaporins
  • Glucose transporter
  • Oxygen diffusion

The Na+/K+ pump moves ions against their gradients using ATP, defining it as active transport.

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