The movement of water across the plasma membrane can be described by all of the following EXCEPT_________ .

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Water movement across the plasma membrane is primarily through simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion via aquaporins, both of which are passive processes. Carrier-mediated facilitated diffusion typically involves the transport of molecules other than water, making option C the exception.

The Movement of Water Across the Plasma Membrane Can Be