Which of the Following Best Describes What Happens When a Bacterial

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes what happens when a bacterial cell is placed in a solution containing 5% NaCl?

• A) The cell will undergo osmotic lysis.
• B) Sucrose will move into the cell from a higher to a lower concentration.
• C) Water will move into the cell.
• D) Water will move out of the cell.
• E) No change will result; the solution is isotonic.

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