Biology - Osmosis/Diffusion

Biology - Osmosis/Diffusion

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Biology

KG - University

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What direction does water move during osmosis?

Back

Water moves from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to an animal cell placed in a hypertonic solution?

Back

The animal cell will shrink.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define diffusion.

Back

Diffusion is the process where molecules move from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is active transport?

Back

Active transport is an energy-requiring process that moves material across a cell membrane against a concentration gradient, needing ATP.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semi-permeable membrane?

Back

A semi-permeable membrane is a barrier that allows certain molecules to pass through while blocking others.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between osmosis and diffusion?

Back

Osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water, while diffusion refers to the movement of any type of molecules.

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