because u don't think genetic mutation would be helpful to anything because it could mess up the ecosystem BUT IDK THAT'S JUST MY GUESS I WOULD GET A SECOND OPTION
genetic mutations can be beneficial, such as lactose tolerance
genetic mutations can be harmful, presenting issues such as an increased risk of cancer
genetic mutations can be neutral, like blue eyes
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the solute can move "downhill," from regions of higher to lower concentration, relying on the specificity of the protein carrier to pass through the membrane. this process is called passive transport or facilitated diffusion, and does not require energy.