Definition for Osmole

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1. A unit of osmotic pressure equivalent to the amount of solute that dissociates in solution to form one mole (Avogadro's constant) of particles (molecules and ions).

2. The molecular weight of a solute, in grams, divided by the number of ions or particles into which it dissociates in solution.