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Cell Function (3b)
Osmosis in living cells (Isotonic, Hypotonic and Hypertonic solutions)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a Isotonic Solution? | - When the same amount of water moves in an out of the cell. - Cell stays the same size. - Concentration of water and dissolved substances are the same both inside and outside of the cell. |
| What is a Hypotonic Solution? | - When more water moves into the cell than out. - Causes cell to swell - Has a higher concentration of water and dissolved substances on the inside of the cell than the outside. |
| What is a Hypertonic Solution? | - When more water moves out of the cell than in. - Causes cell to shrink - The concentration of water and dissolved substances is higher on the outside of the cell than the inside. |