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ERIC Number: EJ447781
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1991
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ISSN: ISSN-1048-8820
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Learning about (Not by) Osmosis.
Borovoy, Alexander
Quantum, v2 n2 p48-51 Nov-Dec 1991
Describes the process of osmosis from its discovery by Nollet in 1848 to modern applications. Uses experimental descriptions, illustrations, and photographs to explain osmosis. Discusses the technology of producing perfect filters and their applications in reverse osmosis to purify salt water and to filter blood in kidney machines. (PR)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Diffusion (Physics), Enrichment Activities, Laboratory Equipment, Science Education, Science Experiments, Science History, Science Instruction, Scientific and Technical Information, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Supplementary Reading Materials
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Students; Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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