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6. Cell Membrane & Transport - Part 2 of 2

6. Cell Membrane & Transport - Part 2 of 2

6. Cell Membrane & Transport / Active Transport / Problem 7

In cell biology, how does the sodium-glucose co-transporter function in terms of energy usage?

A

It splits glucose into simpler sugars while transporting sodium.

B

It relies on the direct hydrolysis of ATP to drive glucose uptake.

C

It harnesses sodium ion gradients established by primary pumps.

D

Sodium and glucose move independently without any linked mechanism.

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