7 Questions
Which physical phenomenon is responsible for the movement of molecules from a highly-concentrated medium to a low-concentrated medium?
Diffusion phenomenon
What is the process called when a solute dissolves in a solvent to form a homogenous mixture?
Solution
What is the mechanism of water absorption dependent on?
Osmosis phenomenon
What happens during the diffusion of a drop of ink into water?
The drop of ink spreads out in the water
Which type of wall is impermeable to water and mineral salts?
Walls covered by lignin or cutin or suberin
What is the term used to describe membranes that allow the passage of water and control the permeability of many salts?
Plasma membranes
What is the term used to describe membranes that have selective permeability and allow the passage of water?
Plasma membranes
Test your knowledge on the mechanisms of water absorption with this quiz. Explore topics such as diffusion, permeability, osmosis, and imbibition.
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