Cell Membranes and Movement of Structures Flashcards
1
Q
what is hyponatremia?
A
lowering of salt levels in a person’s cells
2
Q
what is the Brownian movement?
A
the random movement of particles suspended in a liquid or a gas
3
Q
particles move b/c
A
hydrogen bonds are breaking and reforming
4
Q
heavier molecules diffuse at a
A
slower rate
5
Q
lighter molecules diffuse at a
A
faster rate
