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The Macromolecules That Make Up Living Organisms Are

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The macromolecules that make up living organisms are


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Concentration Gradient

The gradual difference in the concentration of solutes in a solution between two regions, often leading to diffusion.

Hypotonic

Referring to a solution that has a lower concentration of solutes relative to another solution, thereby causing water to flow into the cell by osmosis.

Hypertonic

A solution that has a higher solute concentration compared to another solution, leading to osmosis out of the cell.

Isotonic

Describes two fluids that have identical solute concentrations.

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