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What is the significance of endosmosis?

Posted June 11, 2024


Answer

Endosmosis and exosmosis are two types of osmosis, a process that involves the passage of water and other molecules through a semipermeable membrane. Both processes are equally important for cells to survive. 

Endosmosis is the movement of water from the external environment into the cell through the cell membrane. The significance of endosmosis is that it allows cells to take in water and nutrients, which are essential for survival. 

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