What is osmosis?
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1.
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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.
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What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?
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In a hypertonic solution, water moves out of the cell, causing the cell to shrink.
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What is concentration in a solution?
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Concentration is the amount of a given substance contained in a solution.
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What is exocytosis?
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Exocytosis is the process of engulfing a large substance from inside the cell to move it outside of the cell, using energy.
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What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?
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Diffusion is the movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration, while osmosis specifically refers to the movement of water.
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What is a semi-permeable membrane?
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A semi-permeable membrane is a barrier that allows certain substances to pass through while blocking others.
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What occurs when a cell is placed in distilled water?
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Water moves into the cell, causing it to swell.
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