Question

The process of transporting materials in a cell involves a positive change in the amount of free energy in the cell. Which of the following best describes how this process affects the cell?The process is non-spontaneous and causes an increase in entropy.The process is non-spontaneous and moves the cell away from equilibrium.The process is spontaneous and can be used to do work in the cell.The process is spontaneous and releases heat to the cell's surroundings.

Answer 1

The process is non-spontaneous and causes an increase in entropy.

The process is not automatic even thoug it involves transportation of materials in a cell. There is a change in the amount of free energy but there is entropy.