osmoregulation

[US]/ˌɒzməʊrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
[UK]/ˌɑzməˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
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Translation

n.the process by which organisms regulate the balance of water and solutes in their bodies

Phrases & Collocations

osmoregulation process

osmoregulation mechanism

osmoregulation function

osmoregulation response

osmoregulation strategies

osmoregulation control

osmoregulation balance

osmoregulation adaptation

osmoregulation in animals

osmoregulation in plants

Example Sentences

osmoregulation is essential for maintaining homeostasis in aquatic animals.

many fish use osmoregulation to adapt to saltwater environments.

osmoregulation helps organisms manage their internal fluid balance.

in humans, osmoregulation is primarily controlled by the kidneys.

plants also exhibit osmoregulation to cope with varying water availability.

osmoregulation can be affected by environmental changes such as temperature.

researchers study osmoregulation to understand how species survive in extreme conditions.

disruption of osmoregulation can lead to serious health issues.

osmoregulation mechanisms vary significantly among different animal groups.

understanding osmoregulation is crucial for developing treatments for dehydration.

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