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Chapter 3, Problem 11MC
A Gram-negative cell is moving uric acid across the cytoplasmic membrane against its chemical gradient. Which of the following statements is true?
- a. The exterior of the cell is probably electrically negative compared to the interior of the cell.
- b. The acid probably moves by a passive means such as facilitated diffusion.
- c. The acid moves by an active process such as active transport.
- d. The movement of the acid requires phagocytosis.
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