Question

Does glucose utilizes channel proteins or carrier proteins?

Answer 1

Carrier protein:

1. It is a type of cell membrane protein used in facilitated diffusion and active transport of substances across the cell membrane.
2. They are responsible for the diffusion of nucleosides, amino acids, and sugars.
3. Carrier protein may be ATP-driven, electrochemical potential driven and light-driven.
4. They are also responsible for the transport of glucose across the membrane and within the cell with the process of facilitated diffusion.