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Yes they do; this is because a sodium ion has a small [atomic] size compared to the size of the pores of the dialysis tubing.

Then we can look at the our phospholipid bilayer; why there they are can pass easily?

So if in the phospholipid bilayer they can pass easily through, so at the dialysis tubing they also can easily pass.

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Why can't sodium ions pass through dialysis tubing?

Sodium ions are too small to be effectively restricted by the pores present in dialysis tubing. The pores in the tubing are designed to allow passage of molecules based on size, charge, and shape. Due to their small size, sodium ions are not hindered by the pores and can freely move across the membrane.


Will protein diffuse through dialysis tubing?

Yes, protein can diffuse through dialysis tubing due to its small size and ability to pass through the pores of the tubing.


Can hydrogen ion pass through the pores of dialysis tubing?

No.Hydrogen ion cannot pass through the pores of dialysis tubing.


Can oxygen pass through pores of dialysis tubing?

Yes, oxygen molecules are small enough to pass through the pores of dialysis tubing. This allows oxygen to diffuse into the dialysis tubing from a surrounding solution or environment.


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Why is dialysis tubing not submerged in pure water?

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Why does glucose diffuse through dialysis tubing into distilled water?

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What is dialysis tubing supposed to mimic?

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Why urea passes through the dialysis tubing into the dialysis fluid?

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What cell structure the dialysis tubing represents?

Dialysis tubing is often used to emulate the selective permeability of the cell membrane.


What substance in the dialysis tubing or jar did not diffuse across the dialysis bag membrane and why?

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What is the diameter of a dialysis tubing pore?

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