Water can enter cells through either passive transport or pores in the membrane called
A) aquaporins.
B) electrolytes.
C) diffusion channels.
D) exocytes.

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Aquaporins are specialized proteins that allow for the passive transport of water molecules across cell membranes. They are specifically designed to facilitate water movement and are the main pathway for water to enter cells. The other answer choices are not directly involved in the transport of water across cell membranes.

Water Can Enter Cells Through Either Passive Transport or Pores