Match the transport process to its description.

1. the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration
2. the movement of molecules via proteins embedded in the cell membrane; requires ATP
3. the movement of molecules against the concentration gradient
4. tends to create an equilibrium state

A. active transport
B. passive transport


1. B. passive transport
2. A. active transport
3. A. active transport
4. B. passive transport

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