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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

A symport protein transports
Options
A One molecule in one direction
B Two molecules in same direction
Correct Answer
C Two molecules in opposite direction
D None of the options
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Symport is a type of cotransport where two different molecules or ions are transported across a membrane in the same direction. An antiporter transports them in opposite directions. A uniporter transports a single molecule.

Hint

'Sym-' means together. Does a symporter move two substances in the same or opposite directions?

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