Question

which explains how osmosis allows cells to maintain homeostasis?
a. cells actively transport water molecules across the cell membrane.
b. cells use energy to passively transport water across the cell membrane.
c. water moves from areas of high to low water concentration until balanced.
d. water moves from areas of high to low solute concentration until balanced.

Explanation:

Homeostasis is maintained by the movement of water across the cell membrane through osmosis. Osmosis is the passive movement of water from an area of high water concentration (low solute concentration) to an area of low water concentration (high solute concentration) until equilibrium is reached.

Answer:

C. Water moves from areas of high to low water concentration until balanced