Mediated transport is required in order for glucose,amino acids,and fatty acids to pass into cells because none of these substances can diffuse through plasma membranes.

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Glucose and amino acids require mediated transport (such as facilitated diffusion or active transport) to enter cells due to their polarity or size, but fatty acids can diffuse directly through the plasma membrane because they are nonpolar molecules.

Mediated Transport Is Required in Order for Glucose,amino Acids,and Fatty