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    • Being able to identify the passive form to describe systems


      Passive: The free energy released from this series of oxidation-reduction reactions is combined with production of an electrochemical gradient that can be used to drive ATP synthesis. (26 words)

      Active: This series of oxidation-reduction reactions releases free energy that combines with an electrochemical gradient to drive ATP synthesis. (18 words)

      Kerry Evans "When not to use the passive form"