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As shown in Figure 6.15 in the textbook, the uptake of glucose into cells uses energy gained from primary active transport by the sodium-potassium pump.Which statement best describes the use of this energy?


A) The concentration gradient of Na+ drives the coupled transport of Na + and glucose.
B) Hydrolysis of ATP directly moves glucose against its concentration gradient.
C) The diffusion of K+ into the cell establishes a concentration gradient for glucose to follow.
D) The phosphorylation of the sodium-potassium pump allows glucose to diffuse into the cell.
E) Antiporters move Na+ out of the cell and glucose molecules in.

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