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In human nerve cells, sodium ions are pumped from a region of lower concentration to one of higher concentration. What is this process an example of?

Correct answer B. Active transport

Explanation

Moving ions against their concentration gradient requires energy from ATP, supplied here to the sodium-potassium pump, which defines active transport.

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