A cell has an internal salt concentration of 10%. When this cell is placed into pure water (0% salt) the cell will A. take up water, swell, and perhaps burst. B. become impermeable and prevent water loss. C. release salt to the outside D. remain the same size. E. lose water and shrivel up.
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