Multiple Choice
In the context of osmosis, what is a hypertonic solution?
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In which situation would water enter a cell through osmosis?
A
When the cell is in a hypotonic solution
B
When the cell is in an isotonic solution
C
When the cell is in a solution with equal solute concentration
D
When the cell is in a hypertonic solution
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Understand the concept of osmosis: Osmosis is the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from a region of lower solute concentration to a region of higher solute concentration.
Define the types of solutions: Hypotonic, isotonic, and hypertonic solutions are terms used to describe the solute concentration relative to the inside of the cell.
Hypotonic solution: In a hypotonic solution, the solute concentration outside the cell is lower than inside the cell, causing water to move into the cell.
Isotonic solution: In an isotonic solution, the solute concentration is equal inside and outside the cell, resulting in no net movement of water.
Hypertonic solution: In a hypertonic solution, the solute concentration outside the cell is higher than inside the cell, causing water to move out of the cell.
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