Predict the effect on a cell if it is placed in a hypotonic, isotonic, or hypertonic solution
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If a cell is placed in a **hypotonic** solution, the solution has a lower solute concentration than the cell. This means that water will move into the cell, causing it to swell and potentially burst. The effect on the cell would be: $\textbf{swelling}$ or Show more…
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