The membrane is permeable to water so water can cross

The membrane is permeable to water so water can cross the membrane in both
directions. Over time, there will be a net movement of water toward Side B, which
has a higher concentration of solute particles.

4. Predict What will the apparatus shown in Figure 7–10 look like when equilibrium
is reached?
5. Predict Once equilibrium is reached in the apparatus shown in Figure 7–10, will
the water molecules continue to move? Explain your answer.
Essay
Figure 7-13
1. The diagrams in Figure 7-13 above show a normal blood cell before and after it is
placed in a solution. Describe what could cause the cell to react the way that it
did.
2. What are aquaporins? How are they important to cells?
3. How do facilitated diffusion and active transport differ? Is osmosis an example of
facilitated diffusion or active transport?