The process of osmosis involves:
A)the movement of glucose through a membrane
B)the movement of water to an area of lower salt concentration
C)the diffusion of water through a membrane
D)the movement of salts to an area of more water

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Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from a region of high water concentration to a region of lower water concentration. This occurs until the concentration of water on both sides of the membrane is equal. Choice A is incorrect because glucose is too large to pass through a typical cell membrane by itself without assistance. Choice B and D are both incorrect because osmosis involves the movement of water, not salt.

The Process of Osmosis Involves