osmosis. 1  Physical Chemistry, Cell Biology. the tendency of a fluid, usually water, to pass through a semipermeable membrane into a solution where the solvent concentration is higher, thus equalizing the concentrations of materials on either side of the membrane. the diffusion of fluids through membranes or porous partitions. Compare endosmosis, exosmosis.
Senior Living at The Timbers of Shorewood. The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community focused on independent and assisted living for seniors. The Timbers is located in Will Countyâs peaceful Shorewood, Illinois, just minutes from Joliet and 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago.
This week's featured species: Rosewood lumber is harvested from a handful of trees in the Dalbergia genus, all of which emit a sweet, rose-like scent when cut or sanded. The wood of these trees is prized throughout the world for its remarkable coloration and density.his week's featured species: Rosewood lumber is harvested from a handful of trees in the Dalbergia genus, all of which emit a sweet, rose-like scent when cut or sanded. The wood of these trees is prized throughout the world for its remarkable coloration and density.