Osmosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition osmosis?
A
the net movement of water molecules across a partially permeable membrane from a region of higher water concentration to a region of lower water concentration
2
Q
Is a cell membrane permeable?
A
it is partially permeable
3
Q
What happens when a cell has a lot of water inside?
A
the solution is more dilute
4
Q
Why does the membrane have very small holes in it?
A
to allow water to pass through them and then bigger molecules can’t
