If a Normal Cell Is Placed into an Unknown Solution

question 2

Multiple Choice

If a normal cell is placed into an unknown solution and it shrinks, what can be concluded about the unknown solution?

• A) Its nonpenetrating solute concentration is greater than that of a normal cell.
• B) Its nonpenetrating solute concentration is less than that of a normal cell.
• C) Its nonpenetrating solute concentration is equal to that of a normal cell.
• D) Its penetrating solute concentration is less than that of a normal cell.
• E) Its penetrating solute concentration is greater than that of a normal cell.

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Definitions:

Permeable

A characteristic of materials that allows liquids or gases to pass through them due to the presence of tiny holes or pores.

Proteoglycans

Large molecules composed of proteins and glycosaminoglycans that provide structural support in cellular matrices.

Extracellular Matrix

A complex network of proteins and carbohydrates outside the cell that provides structural and biochemical support to surrounding cells.

Amino Sugars

A type of sugar molecule that contains an amino group in place of a hydroxyl group, found in many biopolymers and glycoproteins.