Homeostasis

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What does permeable mean?

Back

Permeable means that things can pass through.

Front

In osmosis, where do molecules move from?

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Molecules move from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Front

What organelle do substances pass through during osmosis and diffusion?

Back

Substances pass through the cell membrane.

Front

What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the diffusion of water.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane in homeostasis?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

Front

What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

Front

What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?

Back

In a hypertonic solution, water moves out of the cell, causing it to shrink.

Front

What happens to a cell in a hypotonic solution?

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In a hypotonic solution, water moves into the cell, causing it to swell.

Front

What is isotonic solution?

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An isotonic solution has equal concentrations of solute inside and outside the cell, resulting in no net movement of water.