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A solution containing lesser concentration than inside a cell.

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Understanding Tonicity**: Tonicity refers to the relative concentration of solute in solutions separated by a semipermeable membrane. It helps in determining the direction and extent of osmosis. 2. **Types of Tonicity**: - **Hypertonic Solution**: This solution has a higher concentration of solute compared to the inside of the cell. Water moves out of the cell, causing it to shrink. - **Hypotonic Solution**: This solution has a lower concentration of solute compared to the inside of the cell. Water moves into the cell, causing it to swell and potentially burst. - **Isotonic Solution**: This solution has an equal concentration of solute compared to the inside of the cell. There is no net movement of water in or out of the cell. ...
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