Which of the Following is False Concerning the Process Known

Question

Which of the following is false concerning the process known as cotransport?
A) Only neutral compounds such as sugars are transported.
B) More than one molecule or ion is moved through the cell membrane at one time.
C) ATP is not required by the transport protein.
D) Molecules can be moved against a concentration gradient.
E) Molecules are moved in the same direction.

Accepted Answer

Cotransport involves the movement of ions or molecules against a concentration gradient, which means that they can be moved even if there is a concentration difference between the inside and outside of the cell. While many of the molecules that are transported in this way are neutral compounds like sugars, there are also other types of molecules that can be moved. Therefore, option A is false.