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The sodium- potassium requires energy to move sodium and potassium ions across the cell membrane. Which of these describes the process used by the sodium-potassium pump?

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Osmosis
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Diffusion
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Active transport
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Photosynthesis
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Solution

The correct option is C Active transport
The process of moving sodium and potassium ions across the cell membrane is a process active transport involving the hydrolysis of ATP to provide the necessary energy.

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