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Explain the role of aquaporins in the rapid movement of water through some cells

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In the early 1990s, aquaporins were discovered, and it was found that they can selectively control water movement into and out of cells. One of the critical functions of aquaporins is that while they allow the passage of water they prevent the passage of ions.

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