Passive Transport Bellringer

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What is the structure of phospholipids?

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Phospholipids have a polar head and a nonpolar tail.

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What is a hypertonic solution?

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A hypertonic solution has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

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What is a hypotonic solution?

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A hypotonic solution has a lower concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

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What is an isotonic solution?

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An isotonic solution has the same concentration of solutes as another solution.

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What is the plasma membrane made of?

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The plasma membrane consists of a phospholipid bilayer.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living things maintain stable internal conditions.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is osmosis?

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

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What role do proteins play in the plasma membrane?

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Proteins in the plasma membrane help with transport, communication, and structural support.

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What happens to a cell in a hypotonic solution?

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A cell in a hypotonic solution will swell as water enters the cell.