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active transport
[ ak-tiv trans-pawrt ]
/ ˈæk tɪv ˈtræns pɔrt /
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noun
the movement of ions or molecules across a cellular membrane from a lower to a higher concentration, requiring the consumption of energy.
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Origin of active transport
First recorded in 1960–65
Words nearby active transport
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British Dictionary definitions for active transport
active transport
noun
biochem physiol a process by which molecules are enabled to pass across a membrane from a region in which they are in a low concentration to one of high concentration; this requires the expenditure of energy in metabolism and is assisted by carrier proteins, commonly referred to as pumps
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Scientific definitions for active transport
active transport
The movement of ions or molecules across a cell membrane in the direction opposite that of diffusion, that is, from an area of lower concentration to one of higher concentration. Active transport requires the assistance of a type of protein called a carrier protein, using energy supplied by ATP.
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