What is the Definition of Osmosis?
Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration. Think of it like water trying to even out the party on both sides of a barrier!
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Osmosis is water moving to where there's more 'stuff' dissolved. No energy needed, it just happens!
In simple terms, osmosis is water moving through a membrane to balance out the stuff dissolved in it on both sides. It's like when you add water to a wilting plant, and it perks up.
Osmosis: water balances out solutes on both sides of a semi-permeable membrane. Cells love this process!
Osmosis is how water moves naturally to balance out a party of solutes, especially in cells, without needing any extra energy. Easy peasy!
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