10 Questions
What occurs when a cell is placed in a hypertonic solution?
Water moves out of the cell, causing it to shrink
What type of solution has a solute concentration equal to that inside the cell?
Isotonic
What happens to a cell when it is placed in a hypotonic solution?
It swells or bursts due to water gain
What is the result of a cell being placed in an isotonic solution?
The cell remains the same size
What characterizes a hypertonic solution?
A higher concentration of solutes outside the cell
A cell is placed in a solution where the solute concentration is higher than inside the cell. Which of the following is most likely to occur?
The cell will shrink and its contents will be more concentrated
Which type of solution would cause a cell to maintain its original size and shape?
A solution with a concentration of solutes equal to that inside the cell
What would be the result of a cell being placed in a solution with a solute concentration lower than inside the cell?
The cell would swell and its contents would be more diluted
What is the main difference between a hypertonic and a hypotonic solution?
The concentration of solutes is higher in a hypertonic solution
A cell is placed in a solution and begins to shrink. What can be inferred about the solution?
The solution has a higher concentration of solutes than inside the cell
Study Notes
Solutions and Their Effects on Cells
- Hypertonic Solution: A solution with a higher concentration of solutes outside the cell, leading to water moving out of the cell through osmosis, resulting in possible cell shrinkage.
- Hypotonic Solution: A solution with a lower concentration of solutes outside the cell, causing water to move into the cell through osmosis, which can lead to cell swelling or even bursting.
- Isotonic Solution: A solution where the solute concentration is equal inside and outside the cell, resulting in no net water movement, and the cell size remains constant.
Test your understanding of osmosis and tonicity with this quiz! Learn about the differences between hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic solutions and their effects on cells. From cell shrinkage to bursting, get ready to dive into the world of cellular biology.
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