exosmosis
/ˌɛksɒzˈmoʊsɪs/
noun
- The movement of a fluid outward through a semipermeable membrane from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.
- In the experiment, exosmosis was observed as water left the cell through the membrane.
- Exosmosis causes a plant cell to shrink when placed in salt water.
- The process of exosmosis is important for regulating water balance in cells.