Multiple Choice
What is the difference between hypertonic and hypotonic solutions in terms of their effect on a cell?
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Osmosis
Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes the process of osmosis in an animal cell?
A
Movement of water molecules from a region of higher solute concentration to a region of lower solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
B
Movement of solute molecules from a region of higher solute concentration to a region of lower solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
C
Movement of solute molecules from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
D
Movement of water molecules from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
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Understand the concept of osmosis: Osmosis is the movement of water molecules across a semi-permeable membrane from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration.
Identify the key components in osmosis: The process involves water molecules, a semi-permeable membrane, and a concentration gradient of solutes.
Recognize the direction of water movement: In osmosis, water moves towards the area with higher solute concentration to balance the solute concentrations on both sides of the membrane.
Distinguish between solute and solvent: In the context of osmosis, water is the solvent that moves, while solutes are the substances dissolved in the water.
Apply the concept to the options given: The correct description of osmosis in an animal cell is the movement of water molecules from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration through a semi-permeable membrane.
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