Movement of substances Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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What is a hypertonic solution?
A
Solution that has a lower concentration of water compared to the cell.
2
Q
What is an is isotonic solution?
A
Solution that has the same concentration of water as the cell.
3
Q
What is a hypotonic solution?
A
Solution that has a higher concentration of water compared to the cell.
4
Q
What happens to cells in hypertonic solution?
A
The water moves out of the cell by osmosis from a higher water concentration to a lower water concentration. The cell will shrink.
5
Q
What happens to cells in hypotonic solution?
A
The water moves into the cell by osmosis from a higher concentration to a lower concentration. The cell will swell.
