Question

Is transport a function of proteins?

Answer 1

Yes, transport is a function of proteins.

Transport protein:

1. A transport protein is a protein that aids in the movement of materials within an organism.
2. Transport proteins are required for the growth and survival of all living things.
3. Proteins can help with substance transport via facilitated diffusion (passive transport) or active transport.
4. These types of movement are referred to as carrier-mediated transport.
5. Each carrier protein is designed to recognize a single or a group of very similar substances.
6. Such proteins include channel proteins, voltage-gated ion channels, aquaporins, carrier proteins, sodium-potassium pumps, GLUT1, proton pump, calcium ATPase, and others.