The movement of water molecules from a region of high water potential to a region of low water potential through a partially permeable membrane is called
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. osmosis
- Step 1: That definition is osmosis. Answer: osmosis. Why not the others: diffusion: Diffusion does not need a membrane and applies to any particles. active transport: Active transport needs energy and moves substances against a gradient. transpiration: Transpiration is loss of water vapour from leaves.
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