Analyse how channel proteins form selective hydrophilic routes for ions and polar solutes, allowing passive gradient-driven movement without ATP in IB Biology HL B2.1.6.
Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology HL
Level
HL
Exam points
Explain why polar amino acids line channels that carry ions or hydrophilic solutes.
Describe channel-mediated diffusion as selective, passive movement down a gradient without ATP, ending at equilibrium.
Interpret chloride-concentration graphs showing facilitated-diffusion rate rising then levelling off.