Which statement is true?

a. A cell placed in an isotonic solution will swell.
b. A cell placed in a hypotonic solution will swell.
c. A cell placed in a hypotonic solution will shrink.
d. A cell placed in a hypertonic solution will
remain the same size.
e. A cell placed in a hypotonic solution will remain
the same size.



Answer: b

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