Asked by Mylie Valdovinos on Jul 03, 2024
Verified
Permeability refers to
A) the movement of molecules from an area of greater concentration to an area of lesser concentration.
B) the extent to which a membrane allows a substance to pass through.
C) the amount of solute in a solution.
D) the state of being permanent.
E) the ability to establish a permanent solute level in a solution.
Permeability
A measure of the ability of a material to allow fluids or gases to pass through it.
Concentration
Refers to the amount of a substance per defined space or unit volume.
- Familiarize oneself with the core principles of diffusion, osmosis, and permeability and their application in cellular processes.
Verified Answer
NP
Nayan Patel7 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Permeability refers to the extent to which a membrane allows a substance to pass through. It is a measure of how easily molecules can move through a barrier such as a cell membrane or a blood vessel wall.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the core principles of diffusion, osmosis, and permeability and their application in cellular processes.
Related questions
Two Solutions Are Separated by a Semipermeable Membrane with the ...
________ Is the Net Movement of Water Through a Selectively ...
What Makes Osmosis a Different Phenomenon Than Diffusion ...
The Movement of Water Across a Semipermeable Membrane, Such as ...
Briefly Describe What Would Happen to Red Blood Cells Placed ...