Question

Give reason :

The process of active transport consumes energy in the form of ATP.

Answer 1

The process of active transport consumes energy in the form of ATP because:

1. Active Transport is defined as a process that involves the movement of molecules from a region of lower concentration to higher concentration against a gradient or an obstacle with the use of external energy.
2. During the process of active transport, a protein pump makes use of stored energy in the form of ATP, to move molecules.
3. The uptake of glucose in the intestine of the human body and also the uptake of minerals or ions into the root hair cells of the plants are some of the examples of active transport.