Question

Which among the following statements is incorrect about plasma membrane?

(a) Plasma membrane is a selectively permeable membrane and allows only those particles that protect the cell

(b) Movement of air and water takes place through diffusion and osmosis respectively

(c) Osmosis and diffusion are examples of active transport

(d) Active transport takes place through use of energy

The question was asked in quiz.

Query is from Cell Basics in division Cell : The Unit of Life of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct answer is (c) Osmosis and diffusion are examples of active transport

To explain: Plasma membrane is a selectively permeable membrane and allows only those particles that protect the cell. Movement of air and water takes place through diffusion and osmosis respectively. Osmosis and diffusion are examples of passive transport. Active transport takes place through use of energy.