A Blood Cell Is Placed in a Hypotonic Solution

question 4

Multiple Choice

A blood cell is placed in a hypotonic solution. What will happen to the size of the cell in the hypotonic solution?

• A) The cell will swell.
• B) The cell will shrink.
• C) The size of the cell will not change.
• Enter the appropriate word(s) to complete the statement.

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Definitions:

Overthink

The act of thinking about something too much or for too long, often leading to excessive worry or analysis.

Internal

Relating to or situated on the inside; often refers to processes or qualities within an entity or organism.

Stable

The quality of being unchanging or not prone to fluctuation, often used to describe emotional or psychological states.

Depression

A common mental health disorder marked by prolonged feelings of sadness and apathy, often impairing daily functioning.