what is active transport and passive transport?

Hi Sushmita,
 
Passive transport is movement of substances across membrane without the utilisation of energy(ATP). For Example: transportation of gases such as carbon dioxide and oxygen.
Active transport is movement of substances across membrane with the utilisation of energy(ATP). For Example: transportation of ions such as sodium or potassium.
 
Hope this answer helps,
 
All the best!
 

  • 9
What are you looking for?