Definition

Describing a condition where two solutions have the same osmotic pressure, meaning there is no net movement of water between them.

Example

The two solutions were isosmotic, so there was no change in the cell's volume.

Conversation

Did you learn about isosmotic solutions in biology class?

Yeah, we talked about how they have equal osmotic pressure.

I find it fascinating how isosmotic conditions can affect cell behavior.

Definitely! It’s interesting to see how that applies in real life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Isosmotic is formed from "iso-" (meaning equal) and "smos" (from Greek "soma", meaning body). The term describes a condition where two solutions have the same osmotic pressure, indicating that they are equal in concentration of solutes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'equal' ('iso-') solutions in terms of their 'body' ('soma') pressure — that's what isosmotic means.

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