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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is the definition of Turgidity?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

When something is swollen, like a wound or a bug bite. :)

OpenStudy (surryyy):

Turbidity is a measure of how clear the water is. High turbidity means that there are a lot of particles suspended in the water and light cannot get through. Low turbidity means that there are fewer particles in the water and it is more clear.

OpenStudy (javk):

Turgidity is the pressure exerted by water molecules (that moved in due to osmosis) on the plant's cell wall. Plant cells are turgid so that the plant can stand upright.

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