Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 4 - Functional Anatomy of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells - Study Questions - Review - Page 109: 6b

Answer

The transporter proteins.

Work Step by Step

As described in part a, facilitated diffusion requires transporter proteins in order for the process to work. Like simple diffusion, active transport requires no assistance for the substance to cross the membrane of the cell. With this being said, unlike simple diffusion, active transport is due to a difference in concentration on either side of the cell wall.
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