Which of the following statements is correct about simple diffusion?

Which of the following statements is correct about simple diffusion?



A. It requires an expenditure of energy by the cell.
B. Is is a passive process in which molecules move from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
C. Is is an active process in which molecules move from a region of lower concentration to on of higher concentration.
D. It may require a transport protein.
E. It involves movement of molecules down a concentration gradient and may require a transport protein.


Answer: B. Is is a passive process in which molecules move from a region of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.


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