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Why is osmosis important to the survival of a cell?

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Osmosis is important because it helps maintain the cell’s water and ion balance. If excess ions are not removed, water can enter the cell, causing it to swell and burst.

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For a cell to survive, ion concentrations inside and outside the cell need to be the same.
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If extra ions are not pumped out of the cell, water can enter the cell, causing it to swell and burst.

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