Question

how does water enable substances to pass through a cell membrane? by dissolving substances into water, making them small enough to pass through the cell membrane. water moves the molecules through proteins in the membrane. water creates holes in the membrane for large substances to pass through.

Explanation:

Water can dissolve substances, reducing their size so they can pass through the cell - membrane's pores or channels. The second option is incorrect as water doesn't directly move molecules through membrane - proteins. The third option is wrong because water doesn't create holes in the membrane for large substances to pass.

Answer:

By dissolving substances into water, making them small enough to pass through the cell membrane.