Cells regulate the osmotic pressure between their internal and external environments by
A. transmitting signals to the hypothalamic thirst mechanism prompting us to drink.
B. "drinking" in fluid via pinocytosis or expelling fluid via exocytosis.
C. using transport proteins to pump electrolytes across the cell membrane.
D. allowing passive diffusion of sodium and potassium across the cell membrane.
Answer: C
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