When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution,a. solute exits the cell to equalize the concentration on both sides ofthe membrane.b. water exits the cell toward the area of lower solute concentration.c. water enters the cell toward the area of higher soluteconcentration.d. there is no net movement of water or solute.

When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution,a. solute exits the cell to equalize the concentration on both sides ofthe membrane.b. water exits the cell toward the area of lower solute concentration.c. water enters the cell toward the area of higher soluteconcentration.d. there is no net movement of water or solute.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter3: The Plasma Membrane And Membrane Potential

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 6RE

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