
Osmosis
Scientific Use
Used mostly in biology and chemistry to describe a physical process.
In biology class, we studied how osmosis is essential for kidney function.
Membrane Requirement
Osmosis always involves a membrane that only lets certain things pass through.
Osmosis through the cell membrane helps maintain the cell's internal balance.
Concentration Gradient
Understand that osmosis describes movement from less to more concentrated areas.
Saltwater fish have adapted to osmosis in an environment with high salt concentration.
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AssimilateDiffusionInfiltratePermeate
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