Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 6 - Cell Membranes - 6.5 - Large Molecules Enter and Leave a Cell through Vesicles - 6.5 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 128: 2

Answer

An anti-porter consists of 2 molecules and 2 directions. The sodium-potassium pump breaks down ATP to pump 3 sodium ions out of the cell while bringing 2 potassium ions in. In this case, the pump is an integral protein and allows for primary active transport to take place.

Work Step by Step

An anti-porter consists of 2 molecules and 2 directions. The sodium-potassium pump breaks down ATP to pump 3 sodium ions out of the cell while bringing 2 potassium ions in. In this case, the pump is an integral protein and allows for primary active transport to take place.
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