Question

What kind of protein is required for active transport?

Answer 1

Proteins required for active transport:

1. The proteins used for active transport are known as carrier proteins.
2. Carrier proteins are types of proteins found in the cell membrane which help in facilitated diffusion and active transport of substances in and out of the cell.
3. Carrier proteins facilitate the transport of sugars, amino acids, and nucleosides.
4. They transport substances both up and down the concentration gradient.

Therefore the proteins used in active transport are carrier proteins.