osmoregulation

American

[oz-moh-reg-yuh-ley-shuhn, os-] / ˌɒz moʊˌrɛg jəˈleɪ ʃən, ˌɒs- /

noun

the process by which cells and simple organisms maintain fluid and electrolyte balance with their surroundings.

osmoregulation British

/ ˌɒzməʊˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən /

noun

zoology the adjustment of the osmotic pressure of a cell or organism in relation to the surrounding fluid

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Etymology

Origin of osmoregulation

First recorded in 1930–35; osmo- + regulation

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Osmoregulation is vital for all organisms to maintain homeostasis.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Osmoregulation and osmotic balance are important bodily functions, resulting in water and salt balance.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

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