Aquaporins
Aquaporins are specialized proteins embedded in cell membranes that water must pass through to enter cells and provide intracellular hydration. Water transport through aquaporins is not a passive process; it requires electrolytes to genera…
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Aquaporins are specialized proteins embedded in cell membranes that water must pass through to enter cells and provide intracellular hydration. Water transport through aquaporins is not a passive process; it requires electrolytes to generate the osmotic gradients that drive water across the membrane. When proper electrolytes are present, aquaporin proteins transport water into cells, achieving genuine intracellular hydration.