The process by which a semipermeable membrane allows water molecules, small molecules, and ions to pass through while retaining large particles is called
A)dilution.
B)dialysis.
C)osmotic pressure.
D)solvation.
E)hydration.

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Dialysis is the process by which a semipermeable membrane allows small molecules and ions to pass through while retaining large particles. Dilution refers to the process of adding solvent to decrease the concentration of a solute. Osmotic pressure refers to the pressure required to prevent the flow of water across a semipermeable membrane. Solvation refers to the process by which a solvent surrounds and interacts with a solute. Hydration specifically refers to the process by which water molecules surround and interact with a solute.

The Process by Which a Semipermeable Membrane Allows Water Molecules