Tonicity Flashcards
1
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Tonicity
A
refers to the ability of a solution to change the shape of cells by altering the cells
2
Q
Isotonic
A
having the same concentrations of nonpenetrating solutes as those found in the cell, retains shape, no net gain or loss of water
3
Q
Hypertonic
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higher concentration of nonpenetrating solutes than seen in the cell, lose water, shrivel or crenate
4
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Isotonic
A
more dilute than cells, plumps up or lyse
