Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
osmatic
Adjective
/əʊzˈmætɪk/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by osmosis, especially in the context of biological processes.
Examples
- The osmatic pressure in plant cells is vital for maintaining their structure.
- In osmatic processes, molecules move to achieve equilibrium across membranes.
Meaning
Osmatic refers to the process through which a solvent passes through a semipermeable membrane from a less concentrated solution to a more concentrated one, aiming to balance concentrations on both sides of the membrane.
Synonyms
- Osmotic
- Permeable
- Diffusive
