osmosis Flashcards

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All cells are surrounded by

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A cell membrane which is partially permeable

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2
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water can move

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In and out of cells via osmosis

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3
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osmosis is

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The diffusion of water molecules from a dilute solution (high concentration of water) to a more concentrated solution (low concentration of water) across a partially permeable membrane

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4
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partially permeable means

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It allows small molecules like water through but not large molecules

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