desmosis

/dɛzˈmɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A process in which water molecules pass through a selectively permeable membrane, such as the walls of red blood cells, from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

“The process of desmosis is crucial for maintaining the balance of water within the human body.”

Synonyms

  • diffusion
  • osmosis

Antonyms

  • accumulation
  • concentration