In the Na⁺/glucose cotransporter, _________ moving down its gradient drives the transport of __________ against its gradient. A)Na⁺ ions, K⁺ ions B)Na⁺ ions, glucose C)glucose, Na⁺ ions D)glucose, K⁺ ions E)K⁺ ions, glucose

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The Na⁺ ions, which are moving down their concentration gradient, provide the energy necessary to transport glucose against its concentration gradient. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

In the Na+/glucose Cotransporter, _________ Moving Down Its Gradient Drives

In the Na⁺/glucose Cotransporter, _________ Moving Down Its Gradient Drives