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osmoregulation

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

noun

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

osmoregulation British  
/ ˌɒzməʊˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən /

noun

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

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Osmoregulation is vital for all organisms to maintain homeostasis.

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