A cell is placed into a 3% dextrose solution. At that concentration, the solution is isotonic to the cell. If the concentration of dextrose in the solution is increased to 5%, the cell is now in a(n):

A) isotonic solution. B) less concentrated solution.
C) hypotonic solution. D) hypertonic solution.


Answer: D

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