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If a cell is placed in hypotonic solution, what will happen?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Hypotonic Solution**: A hypotonic solution is one where the concentration of solute is lower outside the cell compared to the concentration of solute inside the cell. This means that the external solution is more dilute. 2. **Comparison of Solute and Water Concentration**: In a hypotonic solution, the external environment has a higher concentration of water (solvent) and a lower concentration of solute compared to the cytoplasm of the cell. Conversely, the cytoplasm has a higher concentration of solute and a lower concentration of water. 3. **Movement of Water**: Water moves from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration. In this case, water will move from the hypotonic solution (outside the cell) into the cell where the solute concentration is higher. ...
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