Osmotic

The osmotic gradient across the intestinal wall is important for the absorption of nutrients.

Osmotic stress can cause changes in gene expression in bacteria.

Osmotic shock can cause bacterial cells to burst due to sudden changes in the external salt concentration.

Osmotic dehydration is a popular technique for preserving fruits and vegetables.

Osmotic shock can occur when cells are exposed to a solution with a significantly different osmotic pressure than their internal environment.

Osmotic equilibrium is reached when the concentration of solutes is equal on both sides of the membrane.

The osmotic pressure of the solution can be calculated using the van 't Hoff equation.

The concentration of solutes affects the osmotic potential of a solution.