How do osmosis help the cell maintain homeostasis?

Answer 1

Osmosis is the process cells use to move water molecules in and out of the cell through the cell membrane. When cells are put in different environments they will try to maintain an equilibrium with the water concentration outside the cell. Through osmosis the cell will lose or gain water molecules to become equal to the concentration in their environment.

Answer 2

In a normal day you drink water to hydrate you and keep you healthy. Though what most people don't know is that all of this is made possible by a process called osmosis. Osmosis is the movement of water molecules form a higher concentration to a lower concentration across a semi pemeable membrane (cell membrane). This form of absorbtion is called passive transport because it requires vertually no energy for you cells to take in this water. There is a down side though. If the cells of your body are in harsh situation like extreme heat of moisture for extended periods of time you cells will release or absorb extra water. For example: If someone stays in a pool for long periods of time then after the natural oils in your skin wear away you skin cells will begin to absorb large amounts of water (This is why you skin gets wrinkled in the pool.). At first it will not cause harm but it will eventually cause you cell to become so saturated with water that they may burst!

Answer 3

The cells in our body maintain homeostasis by functioning properly and regulating materials into and out of themselves. The cells work together to control daily life.