Question 1
Why is it detrimental to use pure water in IV fluids for patients?
Question 2
What is meant by an 'isotonic' solution in medical applications?
Question 3
What does 'hypotonic' refer to in an osmosis context?
Question 4
What happens to potato cores placed in distilled water?
Question 5
What is the primary mechanism by which road salt impacts roadside plants during West Texas winters?
Question 6
What effect does pressure have in the equation for water potential?
Question 7
In osmosis, how does adding solute affect the water potential?
Question 8
What happens in a U-tube when salt is added to one side?
Question 9
What is the effect of hypertonic soil on plant root cells?
Question 10
What adaptation allows certain fish like salmon to handle osmotic changes?
Question 11
Which natural phenomenon in West Texas commonly requires the use of salt?
Question 12
What process in plants prevents cells from bursting when water enters due to osmosis?
Question 13
Why are turgor pressure and osmosis essential for plant growth?
Question 14
In the context of osmosis, what term describes the movement of water?
Question 15
How does saltwater intrusion affect plants during a hurricane?