Differentiate between.
Facilitated diffusion and active transport

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The facilitated diffusion takes place along the concentration gradient and does not require energy. On the other hand, in active transport molecules move against the concentration gradient and this process requires energy

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Small amounts of monosaccharides like glucose, amino acids and some of electrolytes like chloride ions are absorbed by (i). However, some of the substances like fructose and some amino acids are absorbed by the mechanism called (ii). Various nutrients like amino acids and electrolytes like Na+ are absorbed into the blood by (iii).

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Differentiate between.Facilitated diffusion and active transport

The facilitated diffusion takes place along the concentration gradient and does not require energy. On the other hand, in active transport molecules move against the concentration gradient and this process requires energy

Differentiate between.
Facilitated diffusion and active transport