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A cell placed in a hypotonic solution will_____________

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Shrink
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Show plasmolysis
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Swell
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No change in shape or size
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Solution

The correct option is C Swell

Hypotonic solution is a solution, which contains lesser solute concentration. In such a case, the water molecules move from outside to the inside of the cell through the cell membrane. This process is called as endosmosis by which cell gains water and swells up.


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