What do we mean when we say that facilitated diffusion is specific?

a. A protein will transport specific molecules.
b. One specific integral protein per membrane is involved in facilitated diffusion.
c. Only specific hydrophobic molecules can be transported.
d. The energy molecule ATP is specifically required for transport.


Ans: a. A protein will transport specific molecules.

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