What is another word for facilitated diffusion?
Pronunciation: [fəsˈɪlɪtˌe͡ɪtɪd dɪfjˈuːʒən] (IPA) 
Facilitated diffusion is a type of passive transport in which certain molecules are assisted in moving across the cell membrane by specific transport proteins. Synonyms for facilitated diffusion could include facilitated transport, carrier-mediated diffusion, facilitated osmosis, and facilitated passive transport. These terms all describe the movement of molecules across the cell membrane without the need for energy input, but with the help of membrane proteins that act as facilitators. Facilitated diffusion is an important process in maintaining homeostasis within the cell and in allowing essential molecules to enter and exit the cell as needed.
