If Cells Are Placed in a Hypertonic Solution Containing a Solute

question 113

Multiple Choice

If cells are placed in a hypertonic solution containing a solute to which the membrane is impermeable,what could happen?

• A) The cells will lose water and shrink.
• B) The cells will show no change due to diffusion of both solute and solvent.
• C) The cells will swell and ultimately burst.
• D) The cells will shrink at first, but will later reach equilibrium with the surrounding solution and return to their original condition.

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