Transport Across Cell Membranes

Grade 945 min

aligned to Alabama Science Standard Sc15.bio.4

Learning Objective

I can compare and contrast different types of transport across cell membranes, including diffusion, facilitated diffusion, osmosis, and active transport, relating them to the energy requirements and concentration gradients involved.

Lesson Flow

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8 min

Cell Transport

Amoeba Sisters

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe the energy requirements and concentration gradient involved in osmosis. Compare and contrast facilitated diffusion and active transport, specifically addressing energy use and movement relative to the concentration gradient.

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