what-is-the-role-of-a-semipermeable-membrane-in-osmosis

Question

What is the role of a semipermeable membrane in osmosis?

Accepted Answer

It allows only water to pass through, blocking solutes.

Answer

It blocks both solutes and water from passing through.

Answer

It allows all substances to pass through freely.

Answer

It allows only solutes to pass through, blocking water.