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A cell is placed in a hypertonic solution. Which will most likely occur as homeostasis is maintained in the cell?

A.
The cell will gain ATP molecules.

B.
The cell will gain water.

C.
The cell will lose water.

D.
The cell will lose sodium ions.

Respuesta :

RMarie09

Answer:

B the cell will lose water

Explanation:

Because of the hypertonic solution water will move on the concentration gradient leaving the cell and entering the solution. Thus the cell looses water.

Radek0620
The correct answer is B