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A-LevelBiologyCell membranes and transport9700/12 · May/June 2020 · Q181 Mark

What are the features of facilitated diffusion? 1 It uses protein channels in the membrane and is driven by the energy from ATP. 2 It moves molecules from regions of higher concentration to lower concentration and is driven by the kinetic energy of the molecules which are diffusing. 3 It uses protein channels in the membrane, and the maximum rate of diffusion depends on the number of these channels.

A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 2 only
C1 and 3 only
D2 and 3 only

✓ Correct answer

D: 2 and 3 only

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Cell membranes and transport, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, May/June 2020 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 18.

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