Cell Transport

Cell Transport

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The animal cell will shrink due to the loss of water.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define a hypertonic solution.

Back

A hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, leading to water moving out of the cell.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process called when molecules move against a concentration gradient?

Back

Active transport.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

Osmosis is the movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define a hypotonic solution.

Back

A hypotonic solution has a lower concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, leading to water moving into the cell.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of active transport in cells?

Back

To move molecules from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration, against the concentration gradient.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does osmosis differ from 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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