Multiple choice

If a cell is 80% water and the outside environment is 90% water. What is likely to happen?

  1. water will rush into the cell

  2. water will rush out of the cell

  3. water will not move into or out of the cell

  4. net movement of water will be equal
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Explanation

Water moves from an area of higher water concentration (90%) to an area of lower water concentration (80%) via osmosis. Therefore, water will move into the cell.

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