SEMIPERMEABLE MEMBRANE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Semipermeable Membrane.
Semipermeable Membrane - as a noun
A membrane (as a cell membrane) that allows some molecules to pass through but not others
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
membranetissue layerHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"In osmosis, water passes through a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration."
"Dialysis is a process that uses a semipermeable membrane to remove waste and excess fluid from the blood."
"Reverse osmosis is a water purification process that uses a semipermeable membrane to remove impurities."
"A semipermeable membrane is essential for separating different components in gas or liquid mixtures."
"The intestines have a semipermeable membrane that allows nutrients to be absorbed into the bloodstream."
