Multiple Choice
During osmosis, in which direction do water molecules move?
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Osmosis
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What will happen to a freshwater fish if it is placed in seawater, and why?
A
The fish will remain unaffected because its cells are isotonic with seawater.
B
The fish will become dehydrated because water will move out of its cells due to osmosis.
C
The fish will swell and burst because water will move into its cells due to osmosis.
D
The fish will adapt immediately and survive without any issues.
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Understand the concept of osmosis: Osmosis is the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration.
Identify the solute concentration in freshwater and seawater: Freshwater has a lower solute concentration compared to seawater, which has a higher concentration of salts.
Consider the fish's internal environment: A freshwater fish is adapted to live in an environment with low solute concentration, meaning its cells have a higher water content relative to seawater.
Predict the movement of water: When the freshwater fish is placed in seawater, water will move out of the fish's cells into the surrounding seawater to balance the solute concentrations.
Conclude the effect on the fish: As water leaves the fish's cells, the fish will become dehydrated, leading to potential harm or death if it cannot regulate its internal water balance.
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