Developing fetuses rely on glucose from parental circulation for growth and development. Glucose transfer from parent to fetus occurs in two steps: 1) movement of glucose from parental circulation into the intervillous space, and 2) movement of glucose from the intervillous space into fetal circulation. Glucose is a lipid-insoluble molecule that does not require energy for movement during either of these steps. Which method of membrane transport does glucose utilize to move from parental circulation to fetal circulation? (Be as specific as possible.

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Developing fetuses rely on glucose from parental circulation for growth and development. Glucose transfer from parent to fetus occurs in two steps: 1) movement of glucose from parental circulation into the intervillous space, and 2) movement of glucose from the intervillous space into fetal circulation. Glucose is a lipid-insoluble molecule that does not require energy for movement during either of these steps. Which method of membrane transport does glucose utilize to move from parental circulation to fetal circulation? (Be as specific as possible.

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