A Human Cell Placed in a 2% NaCl Solution (A

question 35

Multiple Choice

A human cell placed in a 2% NaCl solution (a hypertonic solution) would

• A) swell and lyse.
• B) have a low osmotic pressure compared to the solution.
• C) maintain its shape.
• D) maintain a very high hydrostatic pressure.
• E) exhibit no change.

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