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Selectively permeable means that only certain objects can pass through. I've encountered that phrase in cell Biology, when talking about cell membranes. The cell membrane is made of phospholipids that only allow certain substances through. Water can pass through because the molecules are small enough to pass through small holes in the membrane. Other molecules, such as sodium or potassium, can be transported using protiens.
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∙ 12y agoSelectively permeable means that only certain objects can pass through. I've encountered that phrase in cell Biology, when talking about cell membranes. The cell membrane is made of phospholipids that only allow certain substances through. Water can pass through because the molecules are small enough to pass through small holes in the membrane. Other molecules, such as sodium or potassium, can be transported using protiens.
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What does the term selectively permable mean?
it means it let some materials pass through it while block the way of others for example; the outer shell of egg
Is granite permable?
No, granite is not permeable.
Cells have selectively what membranes?
Selectively permeable.
What a role of the plasma membrane in maintaining the internal balance of the cell?
It is a selectively permeable membrane, meaning it allows certain substances to pass through it but not others.
Texture of an igneous rock?
very layered and covered in spots ussually, they are always permable and let bwate through
What part if the cell is selectively permable?
the cell membrane
Which term refers to the movement of water molecules through a selectively permable membrane?
diffusion
What is selectively permable?
Will only allow something of a certain size or with certain characteristics to pass through.
What does the term permable mean?
Selectively permeable refers to a cell membrane that will let certain things in and out of the cell, but block other things.
What does the term selectively permable mean?
it means it let some materials pass through it while block the way of others for example; the outer shell of egg
Is granite permable?
No, granite is not permeable.
Use the term selectively permeable in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning?
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Cells have selectively what?
Selectively permeable.
What is a permeable solution?
A solution is not permable; permeable is the material which allow the passage of the solution.
Cells have selectively what membranes?
Selectively permeable.
What is semi-permable?
It means that is/can be a door to a cell 'hence semi permeable membrane? (or to anything)
What is another word for absorbing?
process sink in take in soak
