Biology for IGCSE & O level - Movement Into And Out Of Cells (Section 1 - No. 48)

If a cell is placed in an isotonic solution, what happens to the cell?
The cell swells and bursts.
The cell shrinks.
The cell remains the same size.
The cell becomes flaccid.

Explanation

In an isotonic solution, there is no net movement of water, and the cell maintains its size and shape.

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