isosmotic

/aɪsoʊˈsmɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the same osmotic pressure as another solution or substance, often used to describe cells or solutions in equilibrium.

“The isosmotic environment is crucial for proper cellular functioning.”

2. adjective

Describing a solution or substance with the same osmotic pressure as another solution or substance, often used to describe solutions in equilibrium.

“The isosmotic conditions allowed for accurate measurements of the osmotic pressure.”

3. noun

A state or condition where solutions or substances have the same osmotic pressure.

“The researcher studied the isosmotic state of the cell membrane.”

Synonyms

  • isoosmotic
  • isosmotic
  • isotonic

Antonyms

  • hypertonic
  • hypotonic