What is the term for the diffusion of water across a semipermeable membrane?

A.) osmosis
B.) equilibrium
C.) transport
D.) isotonic


Answer: A.) osmosis

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. closely associated, similar cells. b. closely associated, different cells. c. loosely associated, different cells. d. identical cells that split a variety of functions. e. loosely organized, similar cells

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