membrane transport
[/ˈmɛmbreɪn ˈtrænspɔːrt/]
nounpl: membrane transports
transporte através da membrana
1. The movement of substances across a cell membrane, either passively or actively, including processes like diffusion, osmosis, and active transport
Membrane transport is essential for cells to maintain homeostasis and exchange nutrients with their environment.
O transporte através da membrana é essencial para que as células mantenham a homeostase e troquem nutrientes com seu ambiente.
2. The biological mechanism by which molecules, ions, and particles move into or out of cells through the lipid bilayer
Understanding membrane transport mechanisms is crucial for studying how drugs enter cells.
Compreender os mecanismos de transporte através da membrana é crucial para estudar como os medicamentos entram nas células.
This is primarily a scientific and academic term used identically in both American and Brazilian contexts. It is fundamental to biology, biochemistry, and pharmacology curricula in universities across both countries. The term reflects the globalized nature of scientific terminology, with minimal regional variation except in formal academic writing preferences.
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