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Exocytosis

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Exocytosis is the process where cells transport molecules out of the cell by enclosing them in an energy-using vesicle that fuses with the plasma membrane.

AP course connection

Topic 2.6: 2.6 Facilitated Diffusion

Unit 2
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