- A Regions of higher solute concentration toward regions of lower solute concentration
- B Lower solute to higher solute concentration (i.e., across semi-permeable membrane)
- C Any arbitrary region of the cell to any neighboring region without restriction
- D Regions of high hydrostatic pressure to regions of low pressure exclusively
Correct answer: B. Lower solute to higher solute concentration (i.e., across semi-permeable membrane)
Explanation: Osmosis: water moves from low solute concentration (high water potential) to high solute concentration (low water potential) through a semi-permeable membrane.
Concept context
Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.