AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Osmoregulation is defined as a process of maintaining the balance between water and dissolved constituents (salts in solution) in the body. It can also be stated as maintaining the osmotic balance of the body fluids in order to maintain homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Osmoregulation is an example of homeostasis. It is way osmosis is controlled by the animal to maintain a water balance. Osmosis is the net movement of water molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Detailed explanation-3: -Osmoregulation is the process of maintaining salt and water balance (osmotic balance) across membranes within the body. The fluids inside and surrounding cells are composed of water, electrolytes, and nonelectrolytes. An electrolyte is a compound that dissociates into ions when dissolved in water.

Detailed explanation-4: -Osmoregulation is the control of the blood water potential. This is a homeostatic mechanism and is coordinated by negative feedback systems.