Osmosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is osmosis
A
The net movement of water molecules from an area of a more dilute solution to a more concentrated solution through a partially permeable membrane
2
Q
Where does osmosis occur
A
Uptake of water by root (hair) or movement from cell to cell within a plant
Water absorption in the large intestine
Reabsorption of water in your kidney
In and out of cells eg red blood cell
3
Q
Define a concentrated solution
A
Low concentration of water
4
Q
Define dilute solution of water
A
High concentration of water
