Compared to a cell with few aquaporins in its membrane, a cell containing many aquaporins will have which of the following?

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Aquaporins facilitate the passive transport of water across cell membranes. A cell with many aquaporins will allow water to move more rapidly across its membrane, increasing the rate of osmosis. This does not directly affect water potential or the rate of active transport, which requires energy.

Compared to a Cell with Few Aquaporins in Its Membrane