Question

If the concentration in the inside of a cell is 3% and the concentration on the outside of a cell is 1%, what is true?A.The solution is isotonicB.The cell will under go hemolysisC.The cell will undergo crenationD.none are trueE.The solution is hypertonic

Answer 1

Answer: E.

The solution is hypertonic

Explanation:

In comparing two solutions of unequal solute concentration, the solution with the higher solute concentration is hypertonic, and the solution with the lower solute concentration is hypotonic. Solutions of equal solute concentration are isotonic.