Biology2 Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Osmosis important?
A
Osmosis controls the concentration of water within cells.
Moves nutrients and minerals into the cells
Enables plant root cells to absorb water
2
Q
n what direction will water move if the cell is placed into an isotonic solution?
A
net movement will equal zero
3
Q
What is the sodium-potassium pump?
A
sodium ions move out of cell, potassium ions in
