A cell kept in a hypertonic solution undergoes ________.

Plasmolysis

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Osmosis

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Transpiration

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Imbibition

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Solution

The correct option is A Plasmolysis
When a cell is placed in hypertonic solution, it shrivels up and shrinks due to exosmosis. This process is called plasmolysis.

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