An animal cell that is hypertonic will likely do which of the following?

a. Shrivel
b. Burst
c. Remain stable
d. Lyse


a. Shrivel

An animal cell that is hypertonic will likely shrivel.

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A. respiratory system B. muscular system C. cardiovascular system D. skeletal system E. urinary system

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a. when human population size was approximately one billion b. when human population size was approximately one million c. when human population size was approximately five million d. approximately 500 years ago e. approximately 100 years ago

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