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Osmosis/Diffusion
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Define osmosis | Water molecules moving across a semi-permeable membrane in order to reach a state of equilibrium. |
| Define diffusion | Molecules moving down a concentration gradient to reach a state of equilibrium. |
| Define concentration gradient | The difference in concentration (amounts) of molecules in different areas. Ex: more water outside a cell than inside a cell, or air freshener sprayed in one corner of a room |
| Define semi-permeable | Something that allows some materials through but not others |
| Define passive transport | When molecules move down the concentration gradient. This does NOT require energy (think about going down a slide) |
| Define homeostasis | A stable internal environment |