Multiple choice

A red blood cell kept in a solution for a few minutes happened to burst. What kind of solution was it?

  1. Hypertonic

  2. Hypotonic

  3. Concentrated salt solution

  4. Concentrated sugar solution

  5. Isotonic

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hypotonic solution has a lower concentration of solutes in its surroundings, so in an attempt to balance concentrations, water will rush into the cell, causing swelling.