When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution,a. solute exits the cell to equalize the concentration on both sidesof the membrane.b. water exits the cell toward the area of lower solute concentration.c. water enters the cell toward the area of higher solute concentration.d. solute exits and water enters the cell.

When a cell is placed in a hypotonic solution,a. solute exits the cell to equalize the concentration on both sidesof the membrane.b. water exits the cell toward the area of lower solute concentration.c. water enters the cell toward the area of higher solute concentration.d. solute exits and water enters the cell.

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

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