concentration gradient.

In a plant cell, it takes place in the root cells by

absorbing water and minerals. Active transport always leads to accumulation of
molecules are ions towards one side of the membrane. This mode of transportation in
plants is carried out by membrane proteins and transports the substance from the
lower concentration to higher concentration.

Examples of Active Transport

Some of the best examples of active transport include:

Phagocytosis of bacteria by Macrophages.

Movement of Ca2+ ions out of cardiac muscle cells.
Transportation of amino acids across the intestinal lining in the human gut.
Secretion of proteins like enzymes, peptide hormones, and antibodies from different
cells.
Functioning of the White Blood Cells by protecting our body by attacking diseases
causing microbes and other foreign invaders.
Also, read about the Passive Transport

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