Question

What is meant by bulk transport?

Answer 1

Definition:

1. Bulk transport is a mode of transport of large quantities of materials and food particles across the membrane.
2. It occurs both inward and outward.
3. It is achieved with the help of carrier molecules.

Bulk transport is of two types:

1. Exocytosis: It is the process of expulsion of materials from the cell with the help of a carrier vesicle.
2. Endocytosis: It is a process whereby the cells absorb materials from outside by engulfing them.