Osmosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is osmosis
A
the net movement of water molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration across a partially permeable membrane
2
Q
why does osmosis happen
A
because of an imbalance of water between a partially permeable membrane
3
Q
how long does osmosis last for?
A
until equilibrium is reached
4
Q
Turgid
A
when a cell becomes full of water
5
Q
Flaccid
A
when a cell becomes dry and wrinkly.
6
Q
what can a cell becoming turgid/flaccid cause?
A
the death of the cell
