If you put a red blood cell into a hypotonic solution, _____ will happen. a. Nothing b.Crenation c.Hemolysis d.Emulsion
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This creates a concentration gradient, causing water to move into the cell in an attempt to equalize the solute concentration. As water enters the cell, it will cause the cell to swell and potentially burst. This process is known as hemolysis. Show more…
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