How Does the Cell Wall Protect Prokaryotic Cells in a Hypotonic

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Multiple Choice

How does the cell wall protect prokaryotic cells in a hypotonic solution?

• A) Because cells shrivel in a hypotonic environment,the bacterial cell wall counteracts the inward osmotic pressure and prevents the cell from being crushed.
• B) Because cells swell in a hypotonic environment,the bacterial cell wall counteracts the inward osmotic pressure and prevents the cell from being crushed.
• C) Because cells shrivel in a hypotonic environment,the bacterial cell wall counteracts the outward osmotic pressure and prevents the cell from bursting.
• D) Because cells are osmotically balanced in a hypotonic environment,the cell wall allows water flow back and forth,continuing to maintain the osmotic balance.
• E) Because cells swell in a hypotonic environment,the bacterial cell wall counteracts the outward osmotic pressure and prevents the cell from bursting.

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