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Why is the cell membrane said to be a semipermeable membrane​

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Because water can easy go from one side to the other of the cell membrane.

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I think the term semipermeable means to allow some substances through and prevent others from passing. The cell membrane is semipermeable because it prevents harmful toxins from entering and damaging the cell. I tried my best It's been a while since I studied that but I hope it helped!

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