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Endocytosis and Exocytosis (Endocytosis vs Exocytosis)

May 1, 2020 by Faith Mokobi

Image Source: Freepik Company S.L. Similarities of Endocytosis and Exocytosis Endocytosis and exocytosis mechanisms are forms of Active Transport, both using energy to transport particles in and out of the cell. They both have different types similar in that they both transport materials across the cell membrane by forming vesicle pores. Differences between Endocytosis and Exocytosis Characteristic Endocytosis Exocytosis Definition …

Endocytosis- Definition, Process and Types with Examples

April 24, 2020 by Faith Mokobi

Endocytosis- Definition, Process, Types. Examples

Endocytosis Definition Endocytosis is a cellular mechanism by which, a cell internalizes substances including proteins, fluids, electrolytes, microorganisms, and some macromolecules, from its external environment. These substances undergo certain processes of breaking down to smaller elements either for use by the cell or for elimination purposes. White blood cells, of the immune system, are the most common cells that use …